CDL Breeder Driver & Forklift Operator

JBS Foods; Cold Spring (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Perfect attendance incentive

Career development

Better Futures

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is hiring a Breeder Driver- CDL to transport pullets between barns and assist with vaccination and sanitation. The role requires a Class A license and forklift certification, with a base hourly rate of $27.46 and a weekend-friendly weekday schedule.

You’ll handle live poultry carefully, operate pullet-moving equipment, and help ensure safety, quality, and compliance across the farm operations while supporting process improvements and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Class A license is required.
• Forklift certification is required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience driving trucks in agricultural settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive pullet moving trucks between barns and load coops with care.
• Assist in vaccination of pullets at 12 and 17 weeks with proper handling.
• Assist in spent hen load outs and repair of breeder equipment.
• Operate forklift during pullet moves.
• Enforce safety, quality, and food safety policies.
• Maintain a positive, cooperative work environment with team members.
• Support process improvement initiatives and Six Sigma practices.
• Identify safety incidents and help implement corrective actions.

Skills

Class A license

Forklift cert

Chicken handling

Safe driving

Lifting 50 lbs

Job description

Pilgrim’s is hiring a Breeder Driver- CDL to transport pullets between barns and assist with vaccination and sanitation. The role requires a Class A license and forklift certification, with a base hourly rate of $27.46 and a weekend-friendly weekday schedule.

You’ll handle live poultry carefully, operate pullet-moving equipment, and help ensure safety, quality, and compliance across the farm operations while supporting process improvements and team collaboration.