Truck Driver Class 1 (Grand Forks, ND)
Company: J.R. Simplot
Location: Grand Forks
Posted on: May 5, 2024
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Job Description:
The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held
organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and
agriculture-related businesses. The J.R. Simplot Company is a true
farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of
agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant
sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial
product development, and distribution.SummaryThis position is
intended for all new hire drivers and/or entry level driver
trainees. Responsible for safely transporting and delivering
products or materials in liquid, loose, or packaged form, while
abiding by all state and local traffic laws.Key Responsibilities
Always maintain conscientiousness for safety while driving, as well
as performing all other duties Must complete all Truck Driver
Training and Development Programs Full compliance with all
FMCSA/DOT regulations and other Company policies and procedures as
applicable Haul, load, and handle products as assigned while
maintaining efficiencies, such as fuel and best hauling and loading
practices Inspects truck for defects before, during, and after
trips and submits report indicating truck condition Obtains
schedule of load times and locations for the day and drives truck
to destination applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations
and skills Must be able to back up and maneuver in and around tight
areas Maintains electronic driver log according to DOTregulations
Regularly inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires,
lights, brakes, fuel, oil, and water Makes truck and/or trailer
available for scheduled maintenanceTypical Education High School
Diploma or General EducationDegree (GED) CDL Truck Driver
SchoolRequirements Must have a valid Class A CDL with proper
endorsements
Must have a current/valid DOT Medical Certification Must be at
least 21 years of age due to travel requirements, or 18 years of
age to operate solely in intrastate capacity only. Must meet
DOTqualifications Must accurately and timely complete Company and
DOT required formsOther InformationPHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical
demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is
regularly required to sit in driver's seat of truck, while driving
as well as while waiting. The employee frequently is required to
use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls
and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally
required to stand, walk, bend over or stoop. Must be able to hook
up and unhook tractor and related lines to and from trailer.The
employee is required to climb and balance while getting in and out
of the truck and while hooking and unhooking lines to and from the
trailer. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25
pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include
close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception,
and the ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work
environment characteristics described here are representative of
those an employee encounters while performing the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee
frequently works near moving mechanical parts and in outside
weather conditions during all weather seasons of the year. The
employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is
occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or
airborne particles, and vibration. The noise level in the work
environment is usually loud.LANGUAGE SKILLS:Ability to read and
comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively
present information in one-on-one and small group situations to
customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.Job
Requisition ID:16976Travel Required:NoneLocation(s):FG
Transportation Office - Grand ForksCountry:United States**The J.R.
Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and
will consider all qualified applicants for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age,
sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic
information, physical or mental disability, medical condition,
sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or
any other protected status. **
Keywords: J.R. Simplot, Grand Forks , Truck Driver Class 1 (Grand Forks, ND), Professions , Grand Forks, North Dakota
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