About this role
<p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held global food and agriculture company headquartered in Boise, Idaho. We are a true farm-to-table company with an integrated portfolio including food processing and food brands, phosphate mining, fertilizer manufacturing, farming, ranching and cattle production, and other enterprises related to agriculture.</span></p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Summary</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">This position is intended for all new hire drivers and/or entry level driver trainees. Responsible for safely transporting and delivering products or materials in liquid, loose, or packaged form, while abiding by all state and local traffic laws.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Key Responsibilities</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Always maintain conscientiousness for safety while driving, as well as performing all other duties</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Must complete all Truck Driver Training and Development Programs</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Full compliance with all FMCSA/DOT regulations and other Company policies and procedures as applicable</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Haul, load, and handle products as assigned while maintaining efficiencies, such as fuel and best hauling and loading practices</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Inspects truck for defects before, during, and after trips and submits report indicating truck condition</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Obtains schedule of load times and locations for the day and drives truck to destination applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and skills</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Must be able to back up and maneuver in and around tight areas</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Maintains electronic driver log according to DOT regulations</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Regularly inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil, and water</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Makes truck and/or trailer available for scheduled maintenance</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Typical Education</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">CDL Truck Driver School</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Relevant Experience</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">A minimum of two (2) years of experience operating commercial vehicles under a CDL-A license is required.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Requirements</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Must have a valid Class A CDL with proper endorsements </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Must have a current/valid DOT Medical Certification</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Must be at least 21 years of age due to travel requirements, or 18 years of age to operate solely in intrastate capacity only.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Must meet DOT qualifications</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Must accurately and timely complete Company and DOT required forms</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Physical Demands</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">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. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit in driver’s seat of truck, while driving as well as while waiting.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, bend over or stoop. Must be able to hook up and unhook tractor and related lines to and from trailer.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">The employee is required to climb and balance while getting in and out of the truck and while hooking and unhooking lines to and from the trailer.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Work Environment</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">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. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions during all weather seasons of the year.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and vibration.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Language Skills</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Ability to write simple correspondence.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Other Information</b></H2> </div><div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Combination of education, training and/or experience will be considered for this position.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Disclaimer ‑ The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.</span></p></div></div></div><p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Job Requisition ID: 26441</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Travel Required: None</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Location(s): GF Transportation Office - Moses Lake</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Country: United States</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Rate of Pay: $30.60/HR</span><br><br><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Attractive total rewards package that includes:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Medical, dental, vision coverage</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">401(k) savings plan</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">10 Paid Holidays</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Vacation Time</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Details available in Collective Bargaining Agreement</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Paid Family Building Leave</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Education Assistance</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>**The J.R. Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>If the Simplot Company decides to offer you this position, such offer will be conditioned on your satisfactory completion of a post-offer criminal background check. For Washington Job Applicants, see the <a id="OWAcfb96164-dba8-bc89-b216-90b56a413400" style="color:black" title="https://agportal-s3bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/uploadedfiles/Another/News/Press_Releases/FCA-Flyer_v7_English.pdf" href="https://agportal-s3bucket.s3.amazonaws.com/uploadedfiles/Another/News/Press_Releases/FCA-Flyer_v7_English.pdf">Washington State Attorney General’s Washington Fair Chance Act Guide </a>and <a id="OWA81f909fd-4b4c-01e6-7f73-8d8240b6a113" style="color:black" title="https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=49.94" href="https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=49.94">RCW 49.94.010</a> for more information.**</strong></span></p>