Loader Driver-Live HAul bei Virginia Poultry Growers Cooperative (VPGC)

Position Summary 

This position is responsible for driving loader trucks to and from the plant and farms, while not driving, employees are live haul catchers for heavy tom turkeys.

Guarantee pay for 8 hours daily even for short days /opportunity for weekly attendance bonus as well as periodic retention bonuses and safe driving bonuses. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Safely and efficiently drive company trucks 
• While not driving, follow job description as a catcher 
• Other duties as assigned
• Must maintain an excellent attendance record
• Must follow all safety procedures and requirements 
• Must be trained and follow all Animal Welfare policy guidelines and biosecurity measures.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and meet all VPGC Fleet Safety requirements

Education, Training, and Certifications: 

• Animal Welfare training
• Valid drivers license

Experience 

Can be trained

Physical Demands and Work Environment 

Physical Abilities                                                      Lift / Carry 

Stand                                       O (Occasionally)         10 lbs or less               N (Not Applicable)

Walk                                        O (Occasionally)         11-20 lbs                     N (Not Applicable)

Sit                                            F (Frequently)             21-50 lbs                     N (Not Applicable)

Handling / Fingering               C (Constantly)             51-100 lbs                   N (Not Applicable)

Reach Outward                       C (Constantly)             Over 100 lbs               N (Not Applicable)

Reach Above Shoulder          O (Occasionally)

Climb                                       O (Occasionally)

Crawl                                       N (Not Applicable)

Squat or Kneel                        N (Not Applicable)

Bend                                        N (Not Applicable)

Push / Pull

12 lbs or less                           O (Occasionally)

13-25 lbs                                 N (Not Applicable)

26-40 lbs                                 N (Not Applicable)

41-100 lbs                               N (Not Applicable)

N (Not Applicable)    Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally)       Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5+ hrs/day) 

F (Frequently)            Occupation requires this activity from 33%-66% of the time (2.5-5.5+ hrs/day) 

C (Constantly)           Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements 

Must be able to wear any Personal Protective Equipment that is required according to the Job Safety Analysis.

Work Environment 

Exposed to all weather conditions, dusty environments, and works at heights.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate 

Virginia Poultry Growers Cooperative (VPGC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace that complies regulations as applicable. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.