🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Denver, Colorado
- Route type: Local / Regional Home Daily
- Freight: Bulk animal feed, fertilizer, seed & ag supplements
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, early AM starts (4:30–6:30 AM)
📦 Freight Flow Snapshot
- Daily volume: 3–6 farm/co-op stops
- Average daily mileage: 180–260 miles
- Primary freight lanes: Commerce City terminal to Weld, Morgan, Washington & Logan counties
- Load type consistency: High – consistent bulk ag products
- Peak dispatch hours: Early morning farm-aligned departures
📋 Job Description
- Haul bulk animal feed, fertilizer, seed products, and agricultural supplements from the Commerce City bulk terminal to livestock operations, feedlots, dairy farms, and rural co-ops across northeastern Colorado and the Front Range
- Perform safe and efficient unloading using pneumatic discharge systems, augers, or gravity-fed hoppers at each stop
- Navigate rural roads, gravel access points, and variable farm conditions while maintaining accurate load documentation and weight compliance
- Coordinate directly with farm operators and co-op staff for precise trailer positioning and product transfer
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections, monitor discharge equipment, and ensure proper washout procedures at the terminal
- Adapt routes based on seasonal demand, weather conditions, and farm schedules during spring planting and fall harvest periods
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
Minimum 1 year CDL-A experience
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record with no major violations
Physical
Comfortable with rural/off-road conditions and bulk unloading procedures
Endorsements
None required (bulk handling training provided)
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Late-model Kenworth T880 tractors with PACCAR MX-13 engines
- Fleet average age: 4–7 years
- Features: Pneumatic bulk hopper trailers, heavy-duty suspension seats, reinforced cab insulation, Trimble ELD, load sensors, and auxiliary heater
🏠 Home Time
- Home daily returns to the Commerce City terminal after each shift
- Monday–Friday schedule with rare overnights; consistent same-day returns within northeastern Colorado and Front Range radius
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Commerce City terminal → Greeley & surrounding Weld County feedlots (morning bulk feed deliveries)
- Commerce City → Fort Morgan / Brush area cattle operations and co-ops along I-76
- Commerce City → Sterling / northeastern plains farm supply points via US-34 and US-85 corridors
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How are bulk loads unloaded at farms?
Using the trailer’s pneumatic or auger discharge systems. Drivers connect hoses and manage pressure/flow while coordinating with on-site farm staff.
What kind of roads will I drive on?
Primarily I-76, US-34, US-85 and US-6 corridors with frequent gravel and unpaved farm access roads. Experience with rural driving is helpful.
Are trailers pre-loaded?
Yes. Loads are staged overnight at the Commerce City terminal based on daily farm orders.
How does weather affect operations?
High plains winds, winter snow, and spring mud can impact rural access. Dispatch adjusts routes and timing as needed.
Do I need experience with pneumatic trailers?
Preferred but not required. Full training on bulk discharge equipment is provided.
What happens after the final delivery?
Return to the Commerce City terminal for trailer washout, paperwork, and next-day staging.
🧭 Dispatch Notes
- Loads assigned the night before based on cooperative orders and farm schedules
- Early starts prioritize timely feed delivery to livestock operations
- Backhauls typically empty returns or repositioning between regional co-ops
- System update: Trimble ELD and GPS optimized for rural road conditions
- Load priority: Fertilizer during spring planting, feed during winter months
⚠️ Operational Risk Layer
- Weather exposure zones: High plains winds, winter snow, spring mud on rural roads
- Traffic congestion risk: Low on highways, higher near farm access points during peak hours
- Load delay probability: Variable based on farm unloading coordination and weather
- Equipment sensitivity: Pneumatic systems and hoses require careful handling on unpaved surfaces
- Compliance checkpoints: Standard ag corridor DOT inspections
🔗 CDL-A Bulk Feed & Agricultural Supply Driver – Denver, Colorado
Northeastern Colorado’s agricultural economy relies heavily on reliable bulk feed and fertilizer transport between Commerce City terminals and the farms, feedlots, and co-ops spread across the plains. This home daily CDL-A position keeps drivers in familiar regional territory while supporting critical livestock and planting operations. Drivers typically run 1,000–1,400 miles per week with multiple daily stops and specialized bulk unloading procedures. Pay combines mileage with per-stop and unload compensation, plus seasonal bonuses that align with spring planting and fall harvest cycles. The role suits experienced CDL-A drivers comfortable with rural navigation, variable road conditions, and agricultural customer coordination. Late-model equipment and consistent home time make this a practical choice for drivers based in the Denver metro area looking for stable local ag work.
🚀 Apply for This CDL-A Position
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