CDL A Driver (Regional) - Tar Heel, NC

Smithfield Foods, Inc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

401K Plan

Education Reimbursement Program

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

A major American food company is seeking a CDL-A Driver in Tar Heel, NC. This position offers competitive compensation with earning potential up to $100,000+ annually and includes benefits such as medical, dental, and vision. Drivers can expect a balanced work-life schedule and no touch freight. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, have a valid CDL Class A license, and possess one year of driving experience. Join us to build a meaningful career!

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 21 years.
• At least 1-year CDL Class A driving tractor trailer or reefer experience required.
• Ability to work well with others in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Transport and deliver freight over the road safely and efficiently.
• Complete necessary paperwork and maintain records.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal laws.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Effective decision making

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

CDL-A Driver - Tar Heel, NC page is loaded## CDL-A Driver - Tar Heel, NClocations: Remote, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-2026-2534****If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.****A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. **Apply Now!****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 $100,000+ annually* Work schedules:6 and 1, 6 and 2, 5 and 2 (Tues-Sat), (Sun-Thurs), (Sat-Wed)* Anticipated home time is 2 days off per week (48 hours)* Paid detention rate* Drivers in this fleet should average minimum 2,500+ miles per week* No touch freight and no backhauling through outside customers* Less than 5% of shipments have extra stops* No travel to New York, New England or the western states* Full serviced leased equipment* No slip seating* Option to enroll in our 401K plan* Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision Benefits offered* Paid Days Off**WHAT YOU’LL DO:***The below 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.** Transport and deliver freight over the road over long distances in a safe, efficient, timely and legal manner.* Complete all necessary paperwork and maintain records required under state and federal laws and regulations.* Ensure that all operations are in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.* Represent the Company and the trucking industry in a professional manner.**WHAT WE’RE SEEKING:***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.** 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.**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.*### Team Member BenefitsSmithfield 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. Our partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent. For those looking to build specialized skills, we offer apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner.