Chick Delivery Driver - Lafayette TN

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Job Description

Location: Tennessee Hatchery, Lafayette, TN

Schedule: Monday-Friday. The chicks are picked up at the hatchery on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Hours: Hours are according to driver schedule which can be a combination of 1 st , 2 nd and 3 rd shift hours. OTR drivers are usually away for 4 nights per week. This position includes working holidays. Work schedule is subject to change based upon production needs.

Position Summary:


This position is responsible for the safe transport/delivery of Cobb products between hatchery and customer (Tyson facility). Cleans/sanitizes truck and trailer. Participates in Cobb driver safety program, completes all required DOT and Ryder paperwork. Other duties may be assigned.


Essential Duties and Responsibilties


Drives vehicle to transport/deliver Cobb products between hatchery and customer (Tyson facility). (80%)
Showers at QA and cleans/disinfects truck and trailer as required. (10%)
Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Such as: Must have a valid CDL and maintain an acceptable driving record, completes all DOT and Ryder paperwork, participate in Cobb driver safety meetings, and maintain a clean and organized work area. (10%)


Physical Demands and Work Environment


Physical: Must use safe lifting techniques. Must regularly lift and/or move chick boxes up to 50 pounds and regularly slide stacks of boxes weighing up to 300 pounds each delivery. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit the majority of shift; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision; distance vision; color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus.
Tools and Equipment:

Environment: Required to work on wet, slippery surfaces and also in hot, dry, dusty, wet and cold environments.
Personal Protective Equipment Required: Safety goggles, chemical gloves, and rubber boots are required. Ear plugs will be used as needed. NIOSH approved N95 particulate respirators will be worn as needed.
Chemicals Commonly Used: Disinfectants.
Safety: TM is expected to follow all applicable safety policies and procedures. These include but are not limited to Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, LOTO and Personal Protective Equipment. TM is expected to identify, address and mitigate safety related risks.


Addendum to Job Descriptions for Source Control and Essential Functions

During the current Pandemic (2020), all Team Members will be required to wear company issued facial coverings. Training will be provided to each Team Member specific to their job and their facility location in addition to signing an acknowledgement form they understand these expectations.

It is considered an essential function of each job for a Team Member to wear the company issued facial coverings. If a Team Member indicates they will not wear the mask, they will not be considered for the position in which they are applying or any position that requires the facial covering. If a Team Member has a medical condition or disability that prevents them from wearing the mask, Cobb will engage in a interactive process to determine whether a reasonable accommodation can be provided that addresses the safety concerns associated with the Pandemic and allow the Team Member to perform the essential functions of the job.

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements:


Must have a valid Class A CDL license with a clean safety record and one year verifiable experience operating a commercial motor vehicle with a clean safety record. Biosecurity/Animal Welfare Requirements/Safety:
The jobsite is a biosecure environment which requires showering, changing clothing and footwear before entering the facility. Appropriate clothing and footwear is provided by the Company. No jewelry may be worn on the jobsite except for medical ID jewelry and body piercings covered by appropriate clothing. Must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid any avian species (chickens, ducks, birds, etc.). Must be willing to sign and abide by the Company Biosecurity and Company Animal Welfare Guidelines. Addendum to Job Descriptions for Source Control and Essential Functions
During the current Pandemic (2020), all Team Members will be required to wear company issued facial coverings. Training will be provided to each Team Member specific to their job and their facility location in addition to signing an acknowledgement form they understand these expectations.It is considered an essential function of each job for a Team Member to wear the company issued facial coverings. If a Team Member indicates they will not wear the mask, they will not be considered for the position in which they are applying or any position that requires the facial covering. If a Team Member has a medical condition or disability that prevents them from wearing the mask, Cobb will engage in a interactive process to determine whether a reasonable accommodation can be provided that addresses the safety concerns associated with the Pandemic and allow the Team Member to perform the essential functions of the job.


Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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