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Transporter jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship place you behind the wheel moving workers, equipment, and harvested crops across farm operations during peak seasonal cycles. Employers must provide free housing, cover inbound transportation costs, and pay the Adverse Effect Wage Rate, making these roles among the more structured offers in temporary agricultural work.
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Get Access To All JobsLooking to drive with purpose, be home regularly, and work for a company that values safety and integrity? Join Central Valley Ag as a Transport Driver serving local agriculture.
As a Transport Driver for CVA you will:
- Utilize your Class A CDL to transport grain, dry and liquid fertilizer, NH3, and other ag products throughout the region.
- Be a key representative of the company, building trusted relationships with customers and coworkers alike.
- Build valuable skills in time management, logistics, communication, and leadership.
This position qualifies for a $1,500 sign-on bonus!
BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Pension Plan
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Wellness Programs
- Life & Disability Insurance
- HSA and FSA Options
- On-going Training & Development
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drives semi hauling various products.
- Hauls feed ingredients from processor to feed mills.
- Hauls grain from location to location.
- Hauls dry fertilizer to locations.
- Hauls grain from farm to terminal.
- Maintains documentation as required by state and federal regulations.
- Maintains electronic log book as required.
- Inspects truck for defects before and after trips and submits report indicating truck condition.
- Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of semi.
- Completes daily & weekly reports in an accurate and timely fashion.
- Operates semi in a safe and courteous manner.
- Assists in loading and unloading truck.
- Maintains appearance of tractor/trailer.
- Provides excellent customer service and customer relations.
- Listens to service complaints and notifies supervisor of those complaints.
- Maintains clean and customer friendly work environment.
- Assists other divisions and locations as needed.
- Follows all trailer cleanout procedures for the Food Safety Modernization Act.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
There are no supervisory duties.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- 1-2 years experience preferred.
- Class A Commercial Drivers License or ability to obtain one.
- Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements preferred.
- High school or GED diploma.
- Great understanding of the trucking industry in the CVA trade area preferred.
- Ability to communicate in a professional manner and establish effective working relationships with internal operations and external customers.
- Works in a way that demonstrates safety is a priority. Promotes a work environment that is safe for everyone.
- We value the highest ethical standard-our word is our bond.
- Can plan, prioritize, organize and manage resources in order to accomplish jobs within the defined timetable.
- Maintains a great attitude.
- Ability to multi-task several assignments simultaneously and establish job priorities.
- Logic and reasoning to identify solutions to problems.
- Has the ability to work with others to resolve complaints.
- Displays the ability to work in a collaborative and team oriented environment.
- Must be able to use mathematics to solve problems and to perform calculations.
Central Valley Ag is a farmer-owned cooperative headquartered in York, Neb. CVA has locations in Iowa, Kansas, and Nebraska. CVA is an innovative leader providing products and services in grain, agronomy, feed, and energy.
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties may change as business needs evolve.
CVA may provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Updated: May 2025
Looking to drive with purpose, be home regularly, and work for a company that values safety and integrity? Join Central Valley Ag as a Transport Driver serving local agriculture.
As a Transport Driver for CVA you will:
- Utilize your Class A CDL to transport grain, dry and liquid fertilizer, NH3, and other ag products throughout the region.
- Be a key representative of the company, building trusted relationships with customers and coworkers alike.
- Build valuable skills in time management, logistics, communication, and leadership.
This position qualifies for a $1,500 sign-on bonus!
BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Pension Plan
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Wellness Programs
- Life & Disability Insurance
- HSA and FSA Options
- On-going Training & Development
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drives semi hauling various products.
- Hauls feed ingredients from processor to feed mills.
- Hauls grain from location to location.
- Hauls dry fertilizer to locations.
- Hauls grain from farm to terminal.
- Maintains documentation as required by state and federal regulations.
- Maintains electronic log book as required.
- Inspects truck for defects before and after trips and submits report indicating truck condition.
- Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of semi.
- Completes daily & weekly reports in an accurate and timely fashion.
- Operates semi in a safe and courteous manner.
- Assists in loading and unloading truck.
- Maintains appearance of tractor/trailer.
- Provides excellent customer service and customer relations.
- Listens to service complaints and notifies supervisor of those complaints.
- Maintains clean and customer friendly work environment.
- Assists other divisions and locations as needed.
- Follows all trailer cleanout procedures for the Food Safety Modernization Act.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
There are no supervisory duties.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- 1-2 years experience preferred.
- Class A Commercial Drivers License or ability to obtain one.
- Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements preferred.
- High school or GED diploma.
- Great understanding of the trucking industry in the CVA trade area preferred.
- Ability to communicate in a professional manner and establish effective working relationships with internal operations and external customers.
- Works in a way that demonstrates safety is a priority. Promotes a work environment that is safe for everyone.
- We value the highest ethical standard-our word is our bond.
- Can plan, prioritize, organize and manage resources in order to accomplish jobs within the defined timetable.
- Maintains a great attitude.
- Ability to multi-task several assignments simultaneously and establish job priorities.
- Logic and reasoning to identify solutions to problems.
- Has the ability to work with others to resolve complaints.
- Displays the ability to work in a collaborative and team oriented environment.
- Must be able to use mathematics to solve problems and to perform calculations.
Central Valley Ag is a farmer-owned cooperative headquartered in York, Neb. CVA has locations in Iowa, Kansas, and Nebraska. CVA is an innovative leader providing products and services in grain, agronomy, feed, and energy.
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties may change as business needs evolve.
CVA may provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
EOE race/color/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/disability/veteran
Stay in touch with us on: LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest
Updated: May 2025
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Transporter Jobs
Verify your license class before applying
Many H-2A visa transporter postings require a Commercial Driver's License or a specific endorsement for passenger transport. Confirm your license class matches the job order before an employer submits your petition to USCIS, mismatches delay or void the filing.
Search verified H-2A employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter transporter roles by H-2A sponsorship status and region. Employers listed there have documented filing history, so you're targeting operations that have successfully cleared DOL job order requirements before.
Check the OFLC Wage Search for your target county
The Adverse Effect Wage Rate varies by state, but transporter roles may also qualify under a separate prevailing wage if it's higher. Run the OFLC Wage Search by crop activity and county before your interview so you know exactly what rate applies.
Ask employers for the ETA-790 job order early
Request a copy of the DOL-certified job order before signing anything. The ETA-790 defines your exact duties, the guaranteed work hours, housing terms, and transportation obligations. Any verbal offer that contradicts it isn't legally binding under H-2A.
Confirm housing proximity to the work site
H-2A regulations require employers to provide free housing, but location matters for transporter roles where early departure times are common. Confirm in writing that housing is within a practical distance of the vehicle yard or staging area.
Time your petition around the three-quarter guarantee
H-2A contracts include a three-quarters work guarantee covering the contract period. If a farm's harvest schedule shifts mid-season, knowing this rule protects your wage claim even if driving hours drop due to crop delays outside your control.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Transporter jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search for Transporter roles where employers have active H-2A sponsorship. Filter by job title and visa type to see positions where the employer has already filed or is currently recruiting through the H-2A program. DOL job orders for these roles are publicly posted, but Migrate Mate surfaces them in a searchable format specific to sponsored agricultural work.
What are the employer's obligations for H-2A Transporter positions?
H-2A employers must provide free housing that meets federal and state safety standards, pay inbound and outbound transportation costs, and guarantee work hours equal to at least three-quarters of the contract period. For transporter roles, employers must also specify the vehicle types, coverage area, and any CDL requirements in the certified DOL job order before USCIS approves the petition.
Does my driver's license from my home country qualify me for H-2A Transporter work?
A foreign driver's license does not satisfy U.S. commercial vehicle requirements. If the transporter role involves moving workers in a van or bus, or operating heavy farm equipment on public roads, a valid U.S. or state-issued license in the correct class is required before you can legally perform those duties under your H-2A status.
Can I extend my H-2A status if the harvest season runs longer than expected?
Yes, H-2A status can be extended in increments up to a total of three years, but your employer must file an amended petition with USCIS before your current authorized period expires. Extensions are tied to a specific employer and job order, so a new contract covering the extended season must be in place and DOL-certified before the extension is submitted.
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