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Yard Truck Driver

Neil Jones Food Company, The

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Vancouver, WA
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Job Description

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Job Overview:

The Neil Jones Food Company is an industry leader, processing superior quality fresh-packed, vine-ripened California tomatoes and Pacific Northwest fruit. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, NJFC has been providing our nation’s discerning foodservice, retail, industrial and institutional customers with the finest quality canned and pouched products for over 50 years. NJFC operates three production facilities: Northwest Packing in Vancouver, WA.; San Benito Foods, in Hollister, CA; and Toma-Tek in Firebaugh, CA.  

 

We are looking for a Truck Driver (Goat Driver) to drive a 53’ tractor/trailer with a flat nose cab. This role will be responsible for loading/unloading own truck; may assist others with loading; and able to perform other duties as assigned within the warehouse functions or driving related duties within our Northwest Packing plant in Vancouver, WA.

 

For additional information, please see our “About Us” video, Our Story - Neil Jones Food Company

 

Key Responsibilities: 

  • May drive in tight situations.
  • Uses a forklift to load and unload tractor/trailer and assist others on the dock(s). 
  • Performs daily preventive maintenance checks on truck/trailer.
  • Completes logbooks and load related paperwork; completes inventory transfers.
  • Communicates effectively with all warehouse staff and shipping personnel.

 

Requirements: 

  • GED or high school diploma.
  • Valid CDL A driver’s license, Forklift Certification, and insurable under the company plan.
  • At least 2 years of truck driver experience.
  • Prior experience in a shipping/receiving or loading dock environment preferred. 
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, work extended schedule, weekends, and any shift assigned during the fresh pack season, typically July to early November.

 

Compensation:

The wage is $26.96, based on experience and qualifications.

 

Benefits: 

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
  • 401(k) match with Traditional & Roth options available
  • Company paid Life and AD&D insurance
  • 10 paid vacation days, 9 paid holidays, and separate sick time
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Numerous other voluntary insurance products available
  • Convenient location, 2 miles west of downtown Vancouver
  • Free parking

 

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

 

The Neil Jones Food Company participates in E-Verify

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We are an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected status under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.