CDL Driver - Shipping department

Pilgrim; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 32,618 - 46,456; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage after 60 days

Paid Time Off: vacation and holidays

401(k) with company match after one year

Job summary

Pilgrim is seeking a Shipping Driver in Gainesville, Georgia, responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of trailers. The role involves maintaining temperature during storage, operating commercial vehicles, and adhering to safety and quality standards.

Applicants must have tractor/trailer experience and are subject to drug and background checks. Benefits include medical coverage, paid time off, and a competitive hourly rate of $28.70. Join Pilgrim for career growth and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 12 months of verifiable tractor/trailer experience within the previous 36 months.
• Must be able to operate manual CMV.
• Ability to follow both written and verbal directions.

Responsibilities

• Operate shipping trucks safely and efficiently.
• Conduct equipment inspections following company guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with associates and supervisors.

Skills

Effective communication

Driving safety

Equipment inspection

Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Job description

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

The Shipping Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of trailers to and from the shipping dock s and storage yard. The driver will also be responsible for ensuring trailers maintain the correct temperature while sitting on the storage lot . This role operates and maintains commercial hauling equipment, follows established schedules, and upholds company standards for safety, quality, and reliability. The driver collaborates closely with department personnel and production teams to ensure requests are fulfilled accurate ly , proper documentation, and effective communication. By adhering to transportation regulations, biosecurity protocols, and company policies, the Shipping Driver plays a vital role in supporting operational continuity and the overall success of Pilgrim’s supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Operate shipping 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, and supervisors regarding trailer and storage lot conditions, and other relevant information.
• Maintain equipment and keep trucks and work areas clean, neat, and orderly.
• Transport each trailer 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 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 be able to operate manual CMV

The Company will 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.

Why Work for Pilgrim’s?

• Schedule: Monday - Friday and some weekends required
• Benefits : Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid T ime Off: vacation, company observed holidays
• 401(k): Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Base hourly salary ra te of : $28.70 per hour
• 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