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Red Stag LLC

Class A CDL Tanker Driver

Staunton, VA · On-site

$75K - $92K/yr

Safely and efficiently load milk products onto trailers using proper equipment and techniques ... (Commercial Driver's License) Class A with tanker endorsement * Minimum driving age of 23

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Class A CDL Tanker Driver

Rocky Mount, VA · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Drivers in this position safely pick up raw milk from local dairy farms and transport it to processing facilities throughout North Carolina and Virginia. If you're looking for steady year-round ...

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Class A CDL Tanker Driver

Lynchburg, VA · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Drivers in this position safely pick up raw milk from local dairy farms and transport it to processing facilities throughout North Carolina and Virginia. If you're looking for steady year-round ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a milk driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Milk Driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), a good driving record, and knowledge of safe vehicle operation and route navigation. Familiarity with refrigerated trucks, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and basic maintenance tools is typically required. Strong customer service skills, reliability, and attention to detail set top performers apart in this role. These abilities ensure timely, safe, and accurate delivery of dairy products, maintaining product quality and customer satisfaction.

What is a milk driver?

Milk drivers are professionals responsible for transporting milk from dairy farms to processing plants, distribution centers, or retail outlets. They operate specialized tanker trucks or delivery vehicles designed to keep milk fresh and safe during transit. Their duties often include loading and unloading milk, maintaining accurate delivery records, and ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations. Additionally, milk drivers may inspect their vehicles and equipment to guarantee sanitary conditions and safe transportation of dairy products.

What are some common challenges faced by milk drivers during their daily routes?

Milk drivers often encounter challenges such as adhering to strict delivery schedules, navigating traffic or rural routes, and maintaining proper storage temperatures for dairy products. Additionally, they must handle early morning shifts and safely unload heavy crates at various destinations. Building good relationships with clients and efficiently managing delivery paperwork are also key parts of the role.

What is the difference between Milk Driver vs Dairy Delivery Driver?

AspectMilk DriverDairy Delivery Driver
CredentialsDriver's license, possibly a commercial licenseDriver's license, commercial license often preferred
Work EnvironmentDelivering fresh milk to homes, stores, or dairiesDelivering dairy products including milk, cheese, and yogurt
Employer & IndustryDairy farms, milk processing plants, grocery storesDairy companies, grocery chains, wholesale distributors
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both Milk Drivers and Dairy Delivery Drivers are responsible for transporting dairy products, primarily milk, to various customers. While their roles are similar, Dairy Delivery Drivers often handle a wider range of dairy products beyond just milk. Both roles require a valid driver's license and familiarity with delivery routes within the dairy or grocery industry.

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Transport Driver

Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative

Newport News, VA • On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Why you will love working at Maola® :
  • Built on over a century of dedication, Maola is always looking ahead-investing in our people, strengthening our communities, and securing fresh, local dairy for the future.
  • Join a farmer-owned cooperative rooted in integrity, sustainability, and a passion for providing fresh, high-quality Maola dairy products.
  • We prioritize your well-being with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with employer match, Life Insurance, paid time off, and more-available within your first month.
  • Our employees are an integral part of who we are - what you do and what you think matters.

Salary Range:$55,000 - $60,000 per year
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Hours: Start time between 12:00 AM - 2:00 AM; with an estimated 10+ to 11+ hour work day
Willingness to work additional days and federal holidays if needed.
SUMMARY
Responsible for safely driving a commercial motor vehicle over established route to deliver dairy products, providing excellent customer service.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Deliver dairy products safely and on time to customers.
  • Provide excellent customer service to ensure customer retention.
  • Must be able to safely operate an electric pallet jack and be certified.
  • Rotate, and remove out of date, damaged, or unsellable product.
  • Pick up all empty milk crates and pallets.
  • Resolve discrepancies and minor customer issues, alerting management when necessary.
  • Ensure all paperwork is signed and store stamped.
  • Comply with DOT regulations and company policy including required pre and post trip inspections, completing required paperwork daily.
  • Maintain assigned truck in a neat and clean condition.
  • Other duties may be assigned

BASIC REQUIREMENTS
  • High School Diploma, General Education Degree (GED), or International Education Equivalent
  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A
  • Customer Service or Sales Experience preferred
  • Must be at least 21 years old as routes may cross state lines

COMPETENCIES
  • Communication
    • Communicate clearly and effectively through multiple channels - oral, written, visual, and non-verbal - ensuring our messages are understood and delivered appropriately, whether in-person or digitally.
  • Accountability
    • Take responsibility for actions and anticipate challenges before they arise.
    • Solve problems both within and outside of departments, proactively addressing issues as they occur.
  • Customer Focused
    • Prioritize understanding and meeting both internal and external customer needs.
    • Ensure high levels of satisfaction and loyalty by anticipating customer requirements and striving for exceptional service.
  • Initiative
    • Proactive in identifying opportunities and addressing potential threats.
    • Act independently and decisively, rather than waiting for situations to demand action.
  • Problem-Solving
    • Possess the ability to identify and address complex issues with minimal guidance.
    • Skilled at analyzing challenges and finding practical, effective solutions.
  • Collaboration
    • Take responsibility for deliverables while also supporting others to ensure that collective goals are met.
    • Able to work harmoniously with others toward a common goal, recognizing and valuing each person's contributions, is fundamental to successful collaboration.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, stoop, and walk. The employee must be able to reach, bend, extend, climb, pull and lift 50-60 pounds.
Must be able to frequently lift milk case weighing up to 55 pounds and push/pull stacks of milk weighing 250-300 pounds using provided equipment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • The work environment may require working in the cooler room with varying degrees of temperature and may include contact with water or dairy liquids.
  • Exposed to a noise level of 90 decibels. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate/high. Wet/slippery work conditions.

Maola Local Dairies® is a farmer-owned cooperative sustainably producing a full suite of nutritious dairy products. Maola processes milk, cream, butter, and dry milk powders through our network of six dairy processing plants. With a keen eye on quality, freshness, and love for the environment, Maola delivers dairy products that are both nutritious and sustainable to our local communities. For more information about Maola, please visit www.maolamilk.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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