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The Class A Driver position represents Duncan Family Farms to and ensures compost deliveries made with DFF vehicles arrive safely and efficiently to their destination. The Class A Driver is self-motivated, personable, detailed oriented and responsible, operates with a current CDL, has knowledge of all DOT rules and regulations, has\ experience in equipment hauling, and operates with a strong work ethic. Driver will operate heavy equipment in compost production when not hauling.\ Responsibilities\ Adhering to all Company Employee and Food Safety Requirements.\ Conducting thorough pre-trip safety checks\ Maintaining accurate trips logs and related reports\ Securing loads to ensure product integrity upon delivery\ Efficiently navigating assigned delivery routes\ Unloading and appropriately loading compost & other fertilizer amendments\ Informing his/her supervisor of route delays and outstanding delivery situations\ Obtaining necessary delivery receipts\ Organizing and securing all route related paperwork\ Operating front end loader\ Cultivating respectful working relationships with all customer personnel

GENERAL CONDITIONS APPLICABLE TO ALL DUTIES: Work begins at assigned time usually shortly after daylight. Work is performed during light rain and in high humidity and in temperatures ranging from 100 (+) degrees to 35 degrees F. Workers will work on their feet in bent, stooped, and crouched positions for long periods of\ time. Workers will make fast, simple, repeated movements of fingers, hands, and wrists. Workers must be able to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs. Workers will use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects, such as potted plants. Workers will frequently lift 50 lbs. Workers will supply their own\ work clothes. All the tasks in this Job Description constitute one (1) job; the employer may assign workers to different tasks on any day or to multiple tasks during the same day in the sole judgment of the employer. Workers may be required to perform work on the farm that is incidental working on vehicles and equipment. This is a very\ demanding and competitive business in which quality specifications must be rigorously adhered to. Sloppy work cannot and will not be tolerated.

The employer retains the right to discharge an obviously unqualified worker, malingerer or recalcitrant worker who is physically able to but does not demonstrate the willingness to perform the work necessary for the employer to grow a premium quality product.

Full Crop Commitment: This is regular work, 10 hours per day, Monday-Saturday for the full remainder of the period of employment. The worker agrees to work for assigned employer(s) whenever work is available during the full remaining period of employment even though work may be slack at times. The worker understands that if\ the worker quits or is terminated for cause prior to the end of the period of employment, the worker will not receive the 3/4 guarantees and will not receive certain transportation reimbursements. Excessive tardiness and/or absences will not be tolerated and will result in termination.

All applicants must have at least 3-5 years driving experience, preferably with a fresh produce company but not necessary. Valid class A: Arizona or California drivers license. Have the ability to read directions and use a street map to plot delivery rout. Have the ability to maintain logs and records, strong communication skills to communicate with others. Must have a clean driving record and be insurable. Applicants must be able to furnish affirmative job references from recent employers operating comparable operations\ establishing acceptable previous experience. Must be physically able to meet and perform all job specifications stated n job order.\ Must be able to work in the hot humid weather for extended periods of time. Workers are subject to random drug testing at no cost to the employee. All drug testing will occur after the worker begins his or her employment and is not a part of the interview process.\ Failing or refusing a drug test will result in immediate termination

Daily individual work assignments, crew assignments, and location of work, will be made by and at the sole discretion of the farm\ manger and/or farm supervisor as the needs of the farming operation dictate. Workers may be assigned a variety of duties in any\ given day and/or different tasks on different days. Workers will be expected to perform any of the listed duties and work on any crop as assigned by the worker\'s supervisor. Harvesting specifications, in particular, can change from time to time during the season due to crop or market conditions, even on the same crop. Workers will be expected to conform to the specific instructions given for each days work in. The farm owner/supervisor or a designated employee will provide specific instructions and close supervision. Workers will be expected to perform their duties in a timely and proficient manner and will have close supervision to insure adherence to instruction. Work will be closely monitored and reviewed for quality.

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