CDL A Driver – Feed Delivery (Nights)

Smithfield Foods; Tarboro (NC); On-site; USD 64,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in Tarboro, NC is seeking a Feed Delivery Driver. You will complete a driver training program, obtain a Class A CDL, and join a team focused on safety and animal welfare while delivering feed.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, operating a manual transmission tractor, and complying with DOT rules. The schedule includes nights, weekends and holidays, with relocation package available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, or equivalent.
• Current Class A CDL required.
• Previous driving experience preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Clean driving record and ability to obtain a DOT medical card.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Complete driver training program successfully.
• Follow safety procedures while delivering feed and loading/unloading with animal welfare in mind.
• Comply with all DOT rules and regulations.
• Promptly report accidents to the proper authorities.
• Adhere to all company procedures and instructions from receiving agents.

Skills

Safe driving

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class A

DOT medical card eligibility

Job description

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that’s sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

Your Opportunity

Compensation

Feed Delivery Driver's Average After Training: $75,000/yearly

CDL training program for Drivers with a CDL class A with 1 year of commercial driving experience required.

Core Responsibilities

• Successfully complete a driver training program.
• Follows required and recommended safety procedures while driving, delivering feed or loading and unloading with animal welfare being the foremost concern.
• Complies with all DOT rules and regulations.
• Reports all accidents promptly through proper authorities.
• Complies with all rules set forth by the receiving agent.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, preferred.
• Current Class A CDL.
• Previous driving experience required.
• At least 21 years old.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain a DOT medical card upon hire.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule (nights, weekends, and holidays).

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics & physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Hook up trailer to tractor, this includes backing under the trailer, raising landing gear and hooking up airlines.
• Roll up and down landing gear that can require use of two hands and upper torso when on ground and one when gear clears the ground.
• Operate a manual transmission tractor
• During pre-trip of equipment be able to climb into engine area; bend, stoop, and crawl to complete through pre-trip.
• Open and close trailer gates and doors to load and unload animals.
• Get in and out of cab in tight places such as fuel islands.
• Move upper torso when backing may require leaning out of window to see blind spot and/or mirrors.
• Report problems encountered on the farm or designated plant through the swine movement ticket or farm condition report.
• Read and understand the Smithfield emergency notification process knowing how and who to contact in case of an emergency.

Relocation Package Available Yes

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.