CDL Driver - Live Haul

JBS Foods; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Live Haul Driver to safely transport live birds from farms to production facilities, operating and inspecting equipment, following schedules, and ensuring product integrity. The role requires strong communication and a focus on safety and reliability.

Applicants must have 12 months of verifiable tractor/trailer experience in the last 36 months, be able to lift 50 lbs, and operate a manual CMV.

Qualifications

• Must have 12 months of verifiable tractor/trailer experience within the previous 36 months.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others to maintain harmony in a team.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and operate a manual CMV.

Responsibilities

• Operate live haul trucks safely and efficiently.
• Conduct equipment inspections and report issues.
• Maintain product quality and drive for timely deliveries.
• Communicate with farm staff, maintenance, and supervisors.
• Keep trucks and work areas clean and orderly.
• Follow safety, biosecurity, and company policies.

Skills

Safe driving

Clear communication

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Follow directions

Job description

Description

Live Haul Driver

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is a Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

The Live Haul Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transport of live birds from company poultry farms, ensuring timely delivery to support production needs. This role operates and maintains commercial hauling equipment, follows established delivery schedules, and upholds company standards for safety, quality, and reliability. The driver collaborates closely with live haul personnel, live production teams, and farm staff to ensure accurate delivery, proper documentation, and effective communication. By adhering to transportation regulations, biosecurity protocols, and company policies, the Live Haul Driver plays a vital role in supporting operational continuity, bird health, and the overall success of Pilgrim’s supply chain.

Responsibilities:

• Operate live haul trucks safely and efficiently.
• Conduct equipment inspections following company guidelines and report issues to the Supervisor.
• Operate trucks in a manner that maintains product quality and integrity.
• Communicate effectively—both verbally and in writing—with associates, maintenance staff, growers, and supervisors regarding farm conditions, and other relevant information.
• Maintain equipment and keep trucks and work areas clean, neat, and orderly.
• Pick up each flock as directed.
• Follow the housekeeping schedule, using proper techniques and required PPE.
• Foster a positive work environment through cooperative communication and teamwork.
• Operate and move fan trailers as needed?
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need:

• Certifications & Licenses: applicants must have 12 months of verifiable tractor/trailer experience within the previous 36 months.
• if the driver has a positive test for drugs or alcohol in the previous 5 years, they are not eligible.
• Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with others in a manner that maintains harmony with co-workers, ability to follow both written and verbal directions, appropriate skill to drive a truck safely, working knowledge of driving and traffic rules, good hand and eye coordination required.

Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more

Must have the ability to operate a manual CMV

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

• Schedule: Nights, typically working 10-to-12-hour shifts - 1 opening on the 6:00 PM shift (Sunday-Thursday), 2 openings on the 10:00 PM shift (Sunday-Thursday), 2 openings on the 2:00 AM shift (Monday-Friday)
• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave
• 401(k): Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Base hourly salary – Pay is hourly, plus a mileage rate. Averaging approximately $1500 per week.
• Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs; and

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

About us: Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

Our mission: To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all our team members.

Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity

EOE, including disability/vets