OTR Driver-JVC

JVC/Peterson Farms Inc. is looking for drivers who want to maximize their DOT allotted hours of service. The qualified driver (with Class A CDL license and updated medical certificate) will be required to transport PFI produced freight throughout the United States while staying compliant with DOT regulations. Drivers considered for employment need to have experience with, or at least be open to operating an electronic logging device.

• Represent PFI/JVC in a way that is courteous and professional at all times
• Communicate with JVC dispatch regularly
• Perform Daily Vehicle Inspection, on tractor and trailer, to determine safe operating condition prior to departure
• Trailer pre‑load;
  Pre‑cool trailer to proper temperature, confirm product count, properly secure product in trailer, verify paperwork is correct before signing
• Operate vehicle in compliance with company rules and all applicable state and federal regulations in accordance with accepted principles of safe driving
• Deliver freight to consignees as required
• Wait patiently for backhaul information/instructions
• Pick up freight as required
• Load and unload freight as required (we compensate drivers for lumping)
• Perform other related work as required
• Report to Transportation Manager and/or Dispatch all moving violations, roadside inspections, and accidents including equipment damage and/or property damage, involving the driver or company equipment
• Properly complete and turn in paperwork in compliance with state and federal regulations for each trip including: (DVIR, logs, signed BOL’s, PFTI trip sheet, receipts)
• Proper use and care of all equipment assigned to him/her for the performance of his/her duties.
• Reports promptly any delays that will affect pick up or delivery appointments.

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred

• 1-year continuous current driving record
• Verifiable Previous 3-years Driving Employment History

• Ability to read, interpret and follow written job instructions
• Ability to operate electronic logging device, or ability to learn
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time in a truck tractor
• Ability to walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stoop, squat, and climb, as necessary, to perform vehicle inspections
• Class A CDL, (Good) Driving Record
• DOT Qualifications

It is PFI’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees. Our policy is to select the person who is best qualified for each position in our Company. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation and gender identity, ancestry, height, weight, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable laws with regard to any terms or conditions of employment.