CDL-A Driver (Local) - $3,000 Sign-on Bonus!

Smithfield Direct, LLC; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Relocation package

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, a global leader in pork products, is hiring professional truck drivers in Missouri. You’ll operate late-model tractors, haul 53' reefers, and deliver to plants, distribution centers, and customers with a focus on safety and reliability. Earn competitive pay and benefits with potential up to $80,000+ annually and PTO.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to DOT standards, and strong customer service. Home daily routes and varied schedules support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 1 year CDL Class A tractor-trailer or reefer experience required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to work well in fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to work with others in a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) in compliance with DOT and company standards.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete DVIRs daily.
• Transport loads according to dispatch instructions, ensuring load security and biosecurity compliance.
• Maintain Hours of Service logs via ELD or paper logs when required.
• Report accidents, citations, and equipment defects promptly.
• Participate in safety meetings and training programs.
• Keep assigned truck clean and report maintenance needs.
• Perform additional duties under weekly guarantee, including trailer washouts, fueling, spotting, weighing, and reporting maintenance issues.

Skills

CDL Class A experience

Age 21+

Team oriented

DOT regulations knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.

THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. Our drivers enjoy a great balance between work and life, as well as competitive compensation. As a professional truck driver with Smithfield Foods, you are assigned late model Freightliner tractors to pull 53' reefer trailers and are dispatched to our plants, company distribution centers, and customer distribution centers. Safe driving, customer service, and effective decision making is the key to success in this position. We offer competitive pay and outstanding benefits that fit your way of life. Earning potential up to $80,000+ annually plus PTO!

Schedule

• Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday schedule.
• Morning and Evening shifts available.
• Home daily schedule.
• Mileage: 1,800–2,000 miles per week.
• Loads: 10+ weekly, No touch freight-mixture of drop/hook and live load/unload.
• Hours: Shift up to 12hrs/day.
• Slip-seating: Required/Day.
• Cabs Shifts: Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday.
• Detention Pay: $25hr after 2 hours.
• Route: All routes operate within a 300-mile radius.
• Full serviced leased equipment.
• Option to enroll in our 401K plan.
• Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision Benefits offered.
• Paid Days Off.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) in compliance with DOT and company standards.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete DVIRs daily.
• Transport loads according to dispatch instructions, ensuring proper load security and biosecurity compliance.
• Maintain accurate Hours of Service (HOS) logs via ELD or paper logs when required.
• Report all accidents, citations, and equipment defects promptly.
• Participate in scheduled driver safety meetings and required training programs.
• Keep assigned truck clean and report maintenance needs.
• Perform additional duties under weekly guarantee, including trailer washouts, fueling, spotting, weighing, and reporting maintenance issues.

WHAT WE’RE SEEKING

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• 1-year CDL Class A driving tractor trailer or reefer experience required.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

IndSPR-Corp Physical Demands & Work Environment

• This work is physically demanding and can require the use of some or all body parts and muscle groups.
• Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, single lifting of heavy objects which can weigh up to 60 lbs, or lifting of objects using mechanical assistance.
• Relocation Package Available.

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.

At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly.®" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.

Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.