Dairy Farmers of America

Route Relief Driver

Dairy Farmers of America  •  Orange City, FL (Onsite)  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description

T.G. Lee Dairy has immediate job openings for dependable CDL B Route Relief Driver to provide relief/backup support for company when drivers are on vacation or other time off. May provide on-call relief, cover partial trips or fill in due to staffing needs. Demonstrate knowledge of multiple delivery routes and possess necessary qualifications and experience to drive class B vehicles per the relief driving assignment. Keep up-to-date knowledge of routes, which may include going on route ride(s) to keep active knowledge. Operate a straight truck or pup truck to deliver products in a safe and timely manner to customers according to the delivery route schedule as determined by the supervisor. Demonstrate high standards of customer service. Communicate frequently with peers, supervisors, and others.

SCHEDULE:

  • Monday to Friday - 3:00 am until complete

OUR CDL DRIVERS FOR THIS POSITION CAN MAKE UP TO:

  • Average earnings are $1300 to $1600 per week

BENEFITS:

  • 401(k) with company contribution*
  • Competitive pay
  • All non-CDL delivery drivers have daily routes and are home nightly
  • Paid vacation and holidays*
  • Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • Service recognition and employee rewards
  • Employee referral program
  • Tuition reimbursement*
  • Uniforms provided
  • Work for dairy farm families

* varies by company

T.G. Lee Dairy is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Our mark matters and it represents the wholesomeness of dairy that we share with our communities and loved ones. DFA manufactures a variety of dairy products, including cheese, butter, fluid milk, ice cream, dairy ingredients and more, under well-known and established regional brands. Our fingerprints touch thousands of brands across the marketplace, and we’re passionate about delivering the simple pleasures of dairy to people everywhere, straight from our family farm-owners.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Up to 2 years of experience driving a straight truck or pup truck, within the last 5 years preferred
  • Must meet minimum age requirements
  • Must meet DFA requirements for Motor Vehicle Records
  • Must meet all DOT requirements
  • Certification and/or License – valid Class B/Class B with Air Brake CDL
  • Knowledge of DOT procedures, rules, and requirements
  • Skill in proficient computer usage
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
  • Skills with math for calculating load size and recording accurate volume/weight measurements
  • Able to contribute to the positive performance behaviors through personal example
  • Able to be proactive in seeking solutions, taking appropriate steps to solve problems
  • Able to work in collaboration effectively and foster good teamwork
  • Able to follow directions and meet deadlines
  • Customer service skills
  • Able to interpret and apply company policies
  • Able to adapt and manage to change effectively
  • Able to perform task and duties with minimal supervision
  • Able to take initiative in performing job
  • Good organization and record keeping skills
  • Able to be punctual
  • Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Dairy Farmers of America

About Dairy Farmers of America

At Dairy Farmers of America, our 19,000 employees work with one goal in mind – to bring value to our family farm-owners.

As a farmer-owned cooperative, DFA offers rewarding jobs across the nation in a variety of fields, including manufacturing, accounting, communications, marketing, economics, on-farm field services, and more.

We value our employees and reward them with competitive benefits, a supportive working environment, and growth opportunities. We capitalize on the strengths of each individual and ensure that each employee is challenged in their role. Through Dairy University, employees receive online training and job enhancement, classes. Employees also have the opportunity to grow within DFA.

We also want our employees to live a healthy lifestyle and offer a health and wellness program that provides access to online classes and materials tailored to help our employees make healthier choices, as well as an Employee Assistance Program that helps employees with legal and health issues, such as advice on parenting or stress management, and free counseling sessions.

At DFA, we understand that our employees provide value within our organization and in our community. We cultivate a culture of openness, transparency, and integrity where employees are encouraged to voice their opinions and share their ideas. We also believe we have a responsibility to give back the communities in which we operate and work to do so through the DFA Cares Foundation.

Dairy Farmers of America, Inc. is an equal employment employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals.

Industry
Food & Beverage
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Kansas City, KS
Year Founded
1998
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