What are the responsibilities and job description for the Seasonal Local CDL Driver position at Medina Turf Farms?
Primary Duties:
1. Perform:
- Safely operate trucks and trailers, including load securement (pre/post trip inspections)
- Assure paperwork such sod tickets, and records of loads hauled are completed accurately and turned in to office.
- Assure that trucks are maintained and in good working condition.
- Must complete vehicle inspection
- Willing to learn to operate a Spyder forklift for unloading sod. Loading sod in the fields with a forklift as required. Unloading sod with the Spyder forklift at commercial sites and in residential communities.
- Assist other company drivers when necessary.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with, air brake
- Must be able to pass DOT physical and drug test and comply with DOT regulations 1 year (or more) of experience preferred
- Must be able to stand, sit, bend, or climb
- Ability to lift 50lbs or more
- Ability to follow directions
- Ability to successfully solve problems
Secondary Duties:
Trucks, Trailers and Heavy Equipment:
- Check engine oil level - daily.
- Check engine coolant level - daily.
- Check power steering fluid level - daily.
- Check brake fluid level - daily.
- Check tire condition - daily.
- Check automatic transmission fluid level – daily.
- Check hydraulic fluid level – daily.
- Grease - weekly
- Check battery water level – weekly
Working Conditions: Daily conditions of weather
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 30 – 50 per week
Trucking Driver Type:
- Company driver
Trucking Route:
- Local
Work Days:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed (RARELY)
Work Location: In person