CDL Driver - Live Haul

Pilgrim's; Mount Pleasant (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift

Vision, Medical, Dental after 60 days

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is hiring a Live Haul Driver in the United States. The role focuses on the safe and efficient transport of live birds from company farms, maintaining delivery schedules, and adherence to safety and biosecurity policies.

You will operate and maintain hauling equipment, communicate with farm teams, and ensure accurate documentation to support production. The position requires 12 months of tractor/trailer experience, ability to lift 50 lbs, and the capacity to handle manual CMV operation.

Qualifications

• 12 months of verifiable tractor/trailer experience within the previous 36 months.
• Ability to operate a manual CMV.
• No disqualifying drug or alcohol history in the past 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Operate live haul trucks safely and efficiently.
• Conduct equipment inspections and report issues to supervisors.
• Maintain product quality and truck cleanliness.
• Communicate with associates, maintenance staff, growers, and supervisors.
• Keep trucks and work areas clean and orderly.
• Pickup each flock as directed.
• Follow the housekeeping schedule and use PPE.

Skills

Tractor-trailer experience

Safety-conscious

Communication

Follow directions

Manual CMV operation

Tools

Truck inspection

Job 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.
• 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, ability to follow written and verbal directions, appropriate skill to drive a truck safely, working knowledge of driving and traffic rules, and good hand and eye coordination.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more.
• Must have the ability to operate a manual CMV.

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

• Schedule: Night shift
• 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 – average gross pay is $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.
• Better Futures

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. 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.

EOE, including disability/vets.