CDL Driver II - GROWMARK FS, LLC - Gainesville, NY - Growmark : Job Details

GROWMARK FS is headquartered in Milford, Delaware with branches in New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. GROWMARK FS has about 500 employees (including seasonal workers) and approximately 13,000 customers. The cooperative does business in seed, agronomy, energy, crop protection, precision agriculture, and custom application. GROWMARK FS is part of the GROWMARK System, an agricultural cooperative serving more than 100,000 customers across North America and Ontario, Canada.SALARY RANGE - $20-23/HOURLYPURPOSE AND SUMMARY STATEMENTOperates a single, tandem or multi-axle conf iguration truck for delivery and/or pick-up of agronomy and/orenergy products following specified time schedules to/f rom the company locations or customer locationsto achieve prof itable business growth.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSOperates all assigned vehicles, single, tandem, or multi axle conf igurations, forklif ts, etc. in accordancewith established safety standards and proper vehicle operation techniques.Performs and records daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment by conductingpre-trip inspections, such as checking fuel and oil levels, inspecting tires, lights, and brakes.Follows the preventative maintenance program and maintains a clean truck to present a professional appearance.Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products, safely on trucks, trailers, or railcars byhand or by forklif t truck.When loading, ensures loads are evenly balanced and distributed from the frontof the trailer to the back and f rom side to side, as well checks axle weights and loads them in accordancewith the DOT regulations.Ensures that all deliveries and pickups are made in accordance with time schedules and performs dutiesin a manner that promotes superior customer service and professionalism within the company and theindustry.Ensures that all associated documentation, such as bill of ladings, delivery slips, and invoices arecompleted accurately and returned to the branch location at the end of the day in order to ensure timelyreceiving and payment of invoices.Completes necessary paperwork, including accurate logbooks, records of cargo and any other assignedrecord-keeping duties on a daily basis.OTHER JOB FUNCTIONSResponsible for maintaining company equipment according to company standards, adheres to thecompany Uniform Policy, and maintains the appropriate professional image.Follows GROWMARK's Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health andSafety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.Performs all other duties as assigned.REQUIREMENTSNormally requires a high school diploma or the equivalent thereof , and 2 years or more of related workexperience to demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to safely operate tractor trailer or tender truckequipment and to meet company and DOT standards.Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customerfocus, decision making and skill development .Must have or have the ability to obtain and maintain a CDL license with required endorsements (tanker)and any other applicable certif ication, license or permit, valid medical card and satisfactory driving record,as applicable.Ability to operate single, tandem and multi-axle vehicles.Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant.Must be able to obtain and maintain other applicable certif ications, licenses, and permits.Occasionally exposed or required to:* Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)* Noisy conditions* Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriatesafety measures* May be required to work at varying heights* Lif t 51 - 70 lbs.Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK'spolicies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the positionActual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law. We are an equal opportunity employer, including protected veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment may be contingent upon receipt of successfully passing pre-employment (post offer) background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.