Everde Growers is a leader within the horticulture industry with a true coast-to-coast footprint consisting of over 6,700 acres in production encompassing 15 farm locations throughout Texas, Florida, California, and Oregon. Our superior growing methods and pruning practices ensure consistent high quality and availability.
Home base is our farm in Winters, CA.
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You'll be driving our trucks with capacity of more than 3 tons to transport materials to and from specified destinations.
Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
· Driving to delivery destination for final delivery, to yards for drop off/pick up, or to another destination for delivery or pick up
· Unloading truck at delivery point
· Assisting in loading materials for trade pickups or returned goods
· Collecting payment for COD deliveries
· Maintaining driver and truck log according to state and federal regulations
· Handling all delivery paperwork and assuring proper customer signature and delivery information is obtained
· Inspecting truck equipment and supplies and performing emergency roadside repairs
· Responsible for connecting/disconnecting trailers as needed.
The majority of deliveries and driving will be considered local with all trips to and from the loading dock in one day; however, you may be required to be certified and eligible to make long haul deliveries intra-state. You will be subject to all DOT rules and regulations including random drug tests.
Required education, experience and qualifications:
· 1 year certificate from college or technical school or minimum 1 to 3 years related experience/training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
· Current valid Class A driver license with no more than 2 points on current motor vehicle record
· Certified California DMV endorsement to pull double trailers
· Clean record: no violations for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
· Good oral communication skills in English and ability to read and write in English or Spanish
· Ability to read a map
Compensation depends on skills and experience. We offer full benefits including health, dental, 401(k) and paid time off.
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