Class A CDL Driver

Job Description Summary

Aviagen is currently looking for highly experienced Drivers. The driver’s primary responsibility is to ensure safe driving practices, maintaining the safety of the driver, the public, and operating commercial motor vehicles in a secure manner. They must also ensure compliance with Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). rules and regulations and all company, local, state, and federal policies, laws, and regulations.

• Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations.
• Perform and document pre-trip inspection (i.e., tires, oil, fuel, lights, brakes, hoses, etc.).
• Assist with loading and unloading the trailer as necessary.
• Ensure secure load before movement.
• Maintain proper documentation (i.e., equipment, time, trips, weight, etc.).
• Clean and wash truck as necessary.
• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to supervisor.
• Comply with all DOT safety rules, company policies, and local, state, and federal laws.
• All other duties as assigned.

• 3-5+ years of driving experience preferred.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid Class 'A' CDL with 1-year verifiable satisfactory driving record.
• Knowledge of DOT, State, and Federal laws.
• Ability to read and write legibly.
• Ability to work unsupervised and self‑motivate.
• Sound work ethic, honesty, and moral character.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous live poultry tractor‑trailer driving experience.
• Basic math functions and skills.
• Follow DOT, State, and Federal laws, and company safety policies and programs.
• Work in an outside environment, including inclement weather, on a daily basis.
• Sit and drive for up to 10 hours, climbing in and out of the truck cab throughout shift.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work around raw, live animal odors.
• Work in a noisy environment (>85 decibels) and moving equipment.
• Work nights, weekends, holidays, and long shifts.

Aviagen USA provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the healthcare and financial well‑being of our employees. The package includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Teladoc, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage subject to the terms and conditions of plan documents. Additionally, you will be eligible for company‑observed paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) at a rate of 14 days per year, prorated based on your hire date.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.