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Hay Driver Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Steve Hay Sole Prop

journeyman plumber

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation * Strong communication skills and a professional, customer-friendly demeanor About Us: Steve Hay Sole Prop is a trusted plumbing service provider ...

Steve Hay Sole Prop

commercial plumber

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$29.75 - $38.50/hr

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation * Physical ability to lift heavy materials and work in various conditions About Us: Steve Hay Sole Prop is a trusted plumbing contractor serving the ...

Fondomonte

Agriculture Maintenance Manager

Calipatria, CA · On-site

$80K - $87K/yr

Experience in hay press, forage, alfalfa, cotton gin, grain handling, feed mill, agricultural ... Driver's License Fondomonte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a safe ...

Fondomonte

Agriculture Maintenance Manager

Calipatria, CA · On-site

$80K - $87K/yr

Experience in hay press, forage, alfalfa, cotton gin, grain handling, feed mill, agricultural ... Driver's License Fondomonte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a safe ...

Fondomonte

Agriculture Maintenance Manager

Calipatria, CA · On-site

$80K - $87K/yr

Experience in hay press, forage, alfalfa, cotton gin, grain handling, feed mill, agricultural ... Driver's License Fondomonte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a safe ...

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What is a hay driver?

Hay drivers are professionals responsible for transporting hay from farms to storage facilities, markets, or customers. They typically operate large trucks or trailers designed to carry heavy loads of baled hay. Hay drivers must ensure that the hay is loaded and secured properly to prevent shifting during transport. They also follow safety regulations, maintain their vehicles, and may assist with loading and unloading. This role is essential in agricultural supply chains, especially during harvest seasons.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hay driver?

To thrive as a Hay Driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), experience operating heavy vehicles, and knowledge of safe load handling and transportation regulations. Familiarity with GPS navigation, vehicle maintenance systems, and load-securing equipment is typically required. Strong attention to detail, time management, and effective communication skills help ensure safe and efficient hauls. These abilities are crucial for minimizing risks, meeting delivery schedules, and maintaining safety standards in agricultural transport.

What are some common challenges a hay driver may encounter during their daily routes?

Hay Drivers often face challenges such as navigating rural roads that may be unpaved or narrow, dealing with varying weather conditions that can affect visibility and road safety, and ensuring that large or heavy loads are properly secured to prevent shifting during transit. Additionally, Hay Drivers must coordinate with farm staff for timely pickups and deliveries, and may need to troubleshoot minor mechanical issues on the road. Effective communication and attention to safety protocols are essential for managing these challenges successfully.

What is the difference between Hay Driver vs Farm Worker?

AspectHay DriverFarm Worker
Required CredentialsDriver's license, equipment operation certificationsNone specific, physical labor skills
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, equipment operation, seasonal peaksOutdoor, varied tasks, seasonal
Industry UsageFarming, agriculture, hay productionGeneral farming, crop and livestock work

Hay Drivers primarily operate vehicles and equipment to transport hay, requiring a valid driver's license and specific certifications. Farm Workers perform a variety of manual tasks on farms, often without specialized licenses. While both roles are essential in agriculture, Hay Drivers focus on transportation, whereas Farm Workers handle broader farm duties.

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Delivery Driver

Douglas Feed and Pet Supply

Granite Bay, CA

$22.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New

Job description

Delivery Driver

Delivery drivers are required to do a variety of tasks that are physically demanding and require a certain amount of stamina and strength. Several of the products that Douglas Feed and Pet Supply sells are large sacks weighing up to 70lbs. and hay bales weighing up to 130lbs. These products are commonly purchased by our customers and are handled by our delivery drivers throughout the entire work day. The nature of this position is to perform required duties in and around the warehouse as well as loading, driving and unloading items at the customer’s homes. Delivery drivers are often working in summer temperatures over 100 degrees as well as winter rainstorms. Delivery drivers also have a significant amount of interaction with customers and are required to be professional and friendly while assisting customers.
DUE TO INSURANCE, DRIVERS MUST BE ATLEAST 25 YEARS OF AGE.


Pay is $22.75 + tips & percentage of delivery fee.
Basic Responsibilities Include (but not limited to):
• Greeting customers in a professional and friendly manner upon arriving at their home
• Loading work trucks carefully and accurately based on items that were purchased
• Unloading items at delivery locations carefully and stacking items neatly
• Maintaining clean and safe delivery trucks
• Perform weekly truck inspections to check fluids, tire pressure, etc.
• Safely strap down large loads of items on the delivery trucks
• Operating large equipment such as hay squeeze, forklift, flatbed trucks, etc.
• Operating equipment such as a dolly, hand truck, hand-held blower, computer, etc.
• Use judgment to assess a delivery scenario and determine optimal conditions for parking and unloading
• Inspect delivery items for damage, etc. and report findings to management
• Provide excellent customer service
• Report any equipment malfunctions to management
• Scheduling appointments for equipment servicing
Basic Job Requirements Included (but not limited to):
• Physically able to lift objects weighing up to 130lbs. multiple times per day
• Physically able to work in weather temperatures over 100 degrees
• Clean driving record (no more than 1 point if over 21 years old)
• Physically able to move and transfer heavy products throughout the store, warehouse, and yard and delivery locations for 2-4 hours continuously without breaks
• Able to work around large amounts of hay, dust and dirt daily
• Read, write and count accurately
• Squat, bend, stoop, and climb ladders
• Work varied hours, days, nights, and weekends as business dictates
• Stand and walk for long periods of time often up to four hours straight without a break
• Communicate effectively with team members and customers
• Exercise good judgment in delivery situations where conditions are not ideal
A TYPICAL DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DELIVERY DRIVER:
-Load 6 pallets of shavings (45 bags per pallet) onto truck at store (using forklift)
-Drive to customer's property
-Unload, by hand (no forklift available) 6 pallets of shavings & stack in customer's barn
-Drive back to store
-Load 60 bales of hay & 20 bags of grain onto truck at store (using forklift or squeeze)
-Drive to customer's property
-Unload, by hand 60 bales of hay & stack in barn, and 20 bags of grain
-Drive back to store
-Load 20 hay bales & 40 bags of shavings & 15 bags of feed (using forklift)
-Drive to customer's property
-Unload, by hand, 20 bales of hay and stack 15 feet from truck, unload and stack shavings and feed bags
-Drive back to store
-Load next day's first delivery
Please email resume to J------------ or stop by the store and fill out an application. Emails not including a resume will be disregarded. Thank you so much.

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