OBJECTIVE:Deliver quality animals in a safe environment that meets expectations of our shareholders and producers. Provide a favorable environment for the livestock being transported with our companyESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (other duties as assigned)
- Complete a pre-trip check to ensure safety of the vehicle.
- Review physical addition of decking in trucks to ensure a safe environment for the animals being transported.
- Provide a comfortable environment for livestock, apply adequate bedding while in transport.
- Safe operation of pick-up with trailer or semi with trailer.
- Follow all industry standards, while loading and unloading livestock.
- Comply with Pipestone's biosecurity procedures to ensure a health pig upon delivery.
- Comply with DOT standards for logbooks and adequate logs for billing purposes.
- Adjust ventilation as needed to allow maximum comfort for the livestock.
MARGINAL FUNCTIONS
- Adhere to all washing and drying procedures set forth by the biosecurity team and management.
- Wash each vehicle and trailer entirely after each use to ensure zero disease transfer.
POSITION SPECIFICATIONSEducation:High school education or 2-year degreeExperience: 2 years of livestock transportation preferredWork Environment:Operation of a pickup and trailer combination during all times of day and seasonsLoading and unloading animals from within the trailerEnclosed wash bay area with wet, damp conditionsSubject to adverse weatherNoise levels that require hearing protection in some areasPhysical Requirements: Standing, walking and ability to be on feet 8 - 10 hours per dayFrequent bending, reaching, squatting and kneelingFrequent use of one or both hands/arms to grasp or pullFrequent lifting of objects weighing 3-20 poundsOccasional bending while pulling/lifting up to 100 pounds with assistance from another person if neededAbility to communicate effectively both verbal and writtenAdditional Requirements:Must possess a Class A CDL with valid med cardTQA certification or the ability to become certifiedMust be able to work weekends as neededMust have reliable transportation to work