3RD SHIFT CDL DRIVER

Pilgrim's Pride Corp; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a skilled truck driver in Chattanooga, TN. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and at least one year of driving experience. Responsibilities include operating manual shift trucks, maintaining storage areas, and ensuring safety compliance in varying environmental conditions.

Qualifications

• 1-year verifiable driving experience required.
• Valid driver’s license is mandatory.
• Ability to drive a manual shift truck.

Responsibilities

• Pulling and dropping trailers for loading and inspection.
• Maintaining the storage lot and operating fuel trucks as needed.
• Working in extreme weather conditions and performing other assigned duties.

Skills

Truck driving

Basic math

Reading skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

College Degree in related field

Job description

Job Requirements

Below are the essential qualifications and responsibilities for the position:

1. Have at least 1-year verifiable driving experience.
2. No felony convictions on his/her criminal history record for the past 10 years.
3. No violent crime convictions, including misdemeanors, on his/her criminal history.
4. No serious accidents or DOT recordable accidents.
5. Not have more than 3 occurrences on MVR in 36 months and no DUI/DWI conviction within 7 years.
6. Negative or adulterated controlled substance test result, or a breath alcohol confirmation of 0.00 or above.
7. Must be able to drive a manual shift truck.
8. Educational Requirements: High School Diploma/GED; College Degree in related field preferred.
9. Prior Driving Experience:

• Pulling and dropping trailers on the yard and at the dock for loading and inspection.
• Fuel Truck operation as needed.
• Responsible for maintaining the storage lot.
• Work in extreme weather conditions, available to work weekends or as needed.
• Work with minimal supervision and perform other duties as assigned by lead or supervisor.

Skills & Knowledge:

• Truck driving, pulling, and loading.
• Basic math and reading skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Use required PPE and follow all safety guidelines.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand for the duration of the shift.
• Use both hands and be able to grasp.
• Good eyesight (with or without corrective lenses).
• Able to reach and bend forward.
• Some physical strength required.
• Able to perform repetitive motions.

Environmental Conditions:

• Varying temperatures, occasionally wet, dirty, and dusty environment.