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Overdevest Nurseries, L.P. Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in Bridgeton, New Jersey
2 Full Time Seasonal H-2A Jobs available 3/17/2025 - 7/6/2025.
Crops/Commodities: nursery stock. Drive truck to/from delivery or pickup destinations. Regularly climb into and out of trucks. Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order. Inspect loads to ensure that cargo is secure. Secure cargo for transport using ropes, blocks, chains, binders, or covers. Check all load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy. Maneuver trucks into and out of loading and unloading positions. Load-unload trucks and cargo. Handle equipment and cargo carefully to prevent damage. Drive tucks to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes in compliance with state regulations. Interact with roadway officials. Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspection and paperwork on trucks and trailers. Clean/maintain lights, windows, and mirrors, and vehicle interior. Add engine oil and fuel as needed. Perform preventative maintenance. Must be able to drive in rain, snow, and other hazardous conditions as needed. Drive in both on-road (paved) and off-road conditions. May drive other vehicle types. Use GPS and/or maps to navigate to destinations. Read/comprehend traffic signage and directions.
Workers on long-haul routes may work in teams of two (team driving) and coordinate driving duties in accordance with DOT hours of service regulations, if applicable. Certain long-haul delivery routes may require work shifts of up to 14 consecutive hours. Any long-haul delivery routes requiring work shifts in excess of 12 hours will be voluntary, available on a rotational basis, and performed in accordance with DOT regulations. Employer will comply with all DOT and FLSA requirements and obligations.
Requirements:
- Drug Screen / Background check
- Lifting requirement 50 lbs.
- Exposure to extreme temperatures
- Extensive pushing or pulling
- Extensive sitting or walking
- Frequent stooping or bending over
- Repetitive movements
The full terms and conditions of the job (form ETA790a) should be reviewed and provided to qualified applicants from this website: seasonaljobs.dol.gov