CDL A Driver - Market Haul (Nights)

Smithfield Foods; Milan (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking candidates for their CDL training program aimed at drivers with a Class A license. This opportunity involves completing a comprehensive 5-7 week training program and driving with strict adherence to safety and DOT regulations.

Successful applicants will be at least 21 years old and must possess an acceptable driving record. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, and flexible scheduling including nights and weekends will be necessary.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old to operate company vehicles.
• Ability to obtain a DOT medical card upon hire.
• Previous driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 5-7 week training program.
• Drive safely while delivering feed and ensuring animal welfare.
• Report accidents and comply with DOT regulations.

Skills

Acceptable driving record

Class A CDL

Flexibility with schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED, preferred

Job description

Opportunity

CDL training program for Drivers with a CDL class A license.

Core Responsibilities

• Successfully complete a 5-7 week training program.
• Follow required and recommended safety procedures while driving, delivering feed, or loading and unloading with animal welfare being the foremost concern.
• Comply with all DOT rules and regulations.
• Report all accidents promptly through proper authorities.
• Comply with all rules set forth by the receiving agent.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, preferred.
• Current Class A CDL.
• Previous driving experience preferred.
• At least 21 years old.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain a DOT medical card upon hire.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule (nights, weekends, and holidays).

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Hook up trailer to tractor, which includes backing under the trailer, raising landing gear, and hooking up airlines.
• Roll up and down landing gear that can require use of two hands and upper torso when on ground and one when gear clears the ground.
• Operate a manual transmission tractor.
• During pre-trip of equipment be able to climb into engine area; bend, stoop, and crawl to complete through pre-trip.
• Open and close trailer gates and doors to load and unload animals.
• Get in and out of cab in tight places such as fuel islands.
• Move upper torso when backing may require leaning out of window to see blind spot and/or mirrors.
• Report problems encountered on the farm or designated plant through the swine movement ticket or farm condition report.
• Read and understand the Smithfield emergency notification process, knowing how and who to contact in case of an emergency.

EEO Statement

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 veteran 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.