Truck Driver

Title: Truck Driver

               

Location: Delhi, LA

               

Job Requisition ID: Req-271068

               

Time Type: Full time

               

About Lamb Weston

You’ve probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world. 

A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You’ll gain access to hands-on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you’ll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar – together.

If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.

Job Description Summary

               

Through the direction of a team leader, field technician, or coordinator this position is responsible for the operation of tractor trailer combinations to facilitate the delivery of raw materials to the plant. Truck drivers are responsible for safe and efficient operation of their trucks and for maintaining all pertinent records.

Job Description

• Drives tractor-trailer combination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations.
• Maneuvers truck into loading or unloading position, following signals from loading crew as needed.
• Drives truck to weigh station before and after loading, and along route to document weight and conform to state regulations.
• Maintains driver log according to DOT regulations.
• Inspects truck before and after trips and submits report indicating truck condition.
• Reads bill of lading to determine assignment.
• Fastens chains or binders, which includes throwing straps, to secure loads on trailer during transit.
• Loads or unloads, or assists in loading and unloading truck. Services and maintains truck with oil, fuel, and radiator fluid.
• Complies with all safety policies, practices, and procedures. 
• Reports all unsafe activities to supervisor.
• Participates in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Must perform a minimum of 3 safety engagement activities per week. May be required to train other employees as needed.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.  May be required to be used as Yard Driver in case of emergencies.
• Provides leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge and skills.
• Requires one to two years’ related experience and/or training.
• A valid Class A CDL.
• Must be able to pass Lamb Weston’s vehicle driving test.
• Thorough knowledge and experience in the operation of truck equipment, including its design, uses, emergency repair, and maintenance.
• Performs routine maintenance on equipment and determines when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

• Ability to complete assigned duties with minimal supervision.

Basic & Preferred Qualifications

• Requires one to two years’ related experience and/or training.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass Lamb Weston’s vehicle driving test.
• Thorough knowledge and experience in the operation of truck equipment, including its design, uses, emergency repair, and maintenance.
• Performs routine maintenance on equipment and determines when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

• Ability to complete assigned duties with minimal supervision.
• Must have a current Medical Examiners Certificate.
• Must be registered with the FMCSA’s Drug and Alcohol ClearingHouse

Industry-Competitive Benefits

Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive.  Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:

• Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision

• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care, and Health Reimbursement Accounts

• Well-being programs including companywide events and a wellness incentive program

• Paid Time Off

• Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions, Financial Planning Services, Employee Stock purchase program, and Health Savings Accounts, Life and Accident insurance

• Family-Friendly Employee events

• Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services

Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.

               

Anticipated Close Date

The anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.

               

Anticipated Close Date: 07/26/2026

               

Pay Transparency

In compliance with applicable state and local laws, Lamb Weston has opted to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation is specific to this position and takes into account a number of variables. Actual compensation may be higher or lower in the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's work location, job duties, experience and expertise. A reasonable hourly estimate for this role is listed below.

               

Pay Rate or Range: $25.43

               

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law