CDL Feed Delivery Driver - Part Time

Smithfield Foods; Algona (IA); On-site; USD 24,719 - 35,206; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package available

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is offering a CDL training program for drivers in Algona, Iowa. Candidates with a CDL class A permit or license and less than 1 year of driving experience are encouraged to apply. The position requires completing a training program, compliance with safety regulations, and a flexible schedule.

This role includes physical demands such as lifting up to 50 pounds and operating a manual transmission tractor. A relocation package is also available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, preferred.
• Current Class A CDL or permit.
• 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).

Responsibilities

• Successfully complete a 5-7 week training program.
• Follow safety procedures while driving, delivering feed, or loading/unloading.
• Comply with DOT rules and regulations.
• Report accidents promptly.
• Comply with rules set by the receiving agent.

Skills

High school diploma or GED

Current Class A CDL or permit

Previous driving experience

Acceptable driving record

Ability to obtain a DOT medical card

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Up to $21.75/hr during training period

Training Program

CDL training program for Drivers with a CDL class A permit, or CDL class A license with less than 1 year of commercial driving experience.

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 or permit.
• 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, including backing under the trailer, raising landing gear and hooking up airlines.
• Roll up and down landing gear that may 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, 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 and know how and who to contact in case of an emergency.

Relocation Package

Available

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.