Job - Farm Operator and Truck Driver in Arenzville, IL

Meyer Farms

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Job Description

We are looking to hire an individual that has a class A CDL. Hopper bottom transport is mainly what individual would pull.

Would be helping with day to day farm operations when in season.

In the off season individual would haul for hire otr. Home every weekend with a lot of work getting home every night.

Would love to visit with anyone interested. It’s a good opportunity with great pay and benefits!

Responsibilities
Transport finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers

Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance
Plan routes and meet delivery schedules
Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
Input “macros” into our automated system for each stage of the loading and unloading process
Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
Collect and verify delivery instructions
Report defects, accidents or violations

Skills

Proven work experience as a truck driver
Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc)
Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
No recent moving or driving violations
Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc)
Valid truck driving license
Farming experience
Corn and Soybean farming
Cow calf operation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

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Work Location: Multiple Locations