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Class A - CDL Truck DriverPlainsman LLC • Lubbock, Texas, United States, 79404
Class A - CDL Truck Driver

Class A - CDL Truck Driver

Plainsman LLC • Lubbock, Texas, United States, 79404
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

CDL Truck Driver

Department : Maintenance Reports To : Shift Supervisor FLSA Status :  Non-Exempt Worker Category :  FT, Tmp, or Season

We are seeking a CDL Truck Driver to join our team at Plainsman Company, LLC., a leading cotton-seed oil mill. The ideal candidate will be responsible for transporting cottonseed and cottonseed oil products to and from the mill, ensuring safe, efficient, and timely deliveries. The driver will play a key role in maintaining our supply chain operations while upholding safety standards and company policies. This position will consist of local travel within a 10-mile radius frequently with potential travel of 100+ miles during high demand or special projects.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Transportation & Delivery :

Safely transport cottonseed, cottonseed oil, and other raw materials to and from the mill.

  • Operate a company truck (Class A CDL required) to deliver products to customers, warehouses, and other designated locations.
  • Inspect vehicles before and after trips, checking for mechanical issues and ensuring vehicles are roadworthy.
  • Maintain accurate delivery logs, record time spent on each trip and adhere to delivery schedules.
  • Safety & Compliance :
  • Follow all federal and state regulations regarding road safety, weight limits, and equipment.

  • Ensure compliance with all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, including daily vehicle inspections and record-keeping.
  • Safely load and unload products, ensuring proper handling of cottonseed oil and other materials to avoid spills, damage, or contamination.
  • Ensure that all safety procedures are followed during loading, transport, and unloading.
  • Customer Service :
  • Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients, vendors, or other partners.

  • Resolve any issues that may arise during delivery or while handling goods.
  • Maintenance & Reporting :
  • Perform basic truck maintenance and report any mechanical issues or needed repairs to the Transportation Manager.

  • Ensure proper cleaning of the truck and equipment after each trip.
  • Record Keeping :
  • Complete all necessary paperwork including delivery receipts, mileage logs, and safety checklists.

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date driving records, including hours worked, and any incidents.
  • Requirements :

  • Education / Experience :
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience driving a Class A CDL truck, preferably in an industrial or agricultural environment.
  • Experience with transporting bulk goods is preferred.
  • Licensing / Certification :
  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
  • Ability to pass DOT physical and drug test.
  • Clean driving record with no major traffic violations or accidents in the last 5 years.
  • Skills / Abilities :
  • Strong understanding of DOT regulations and safety standards.
  • Ability to operate and maintain large trucks, including performing basic maintenance.
  • Good communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with customers and team members.
  • Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet delivery deadlines.
  • Physical Requirements :
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and assist in loading and unloading cargo.
  • Ability to sit for long periods and operate a vehicle for extended hours.
  • Willingness to work in varying weather conditions.
  • QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE : Less than high school education; or up to one month experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

    LANGUAGE SKILLS : Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information one-on-one and in small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

    MATHEMATICAL SKILLS : Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

    REASONING ABILITY : Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

    CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS :             CLASS A Driver’s license preferred. Optional Tanker’s endorsement.

    PHYSICAL 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.

  • Work performed in a production facility with exposure to moving machinery, high noise levels, dust, and hot / cold environments.
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 50 lbs, and working at heights of 20+ feet or more.
  • Must be willing to work flexible shifts, including nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; or smell. The employee must frequently lift and / or move to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds.

    This is a safety sensitive position and all applicable policies including drug tests and background check will apply.

    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 regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and / or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.

    The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

    Use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, respirators, hearing protectors, etc. is required in designated areas.

    Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

    Plainsman Company, LLC. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

    We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and believe that a variety of perspectives foster innovation and success. Our hiring, promotion, compensation, and training practices are designed to ensure fairness and equity for all employees.

    PLAINSMAN COMPANY, LLC. complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment, including but not limited to Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and other relevant statutes

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    Compensation details : 18-24 Yearly Salary

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