Chick Delivery Driver

Perdue; Forsyth (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Perdue Transportation Incorporated (PTI) delivers for Perdue Foods, prioritizing safety and reliability. As a Chick Delivery Driver, you operate tractor-trailer units, loading and dispersing live chicks between hatcheries, company facilities, and grower farms while maintaining animal welfare and loading accuracy.

Base pay is $34.25 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package, ongoing opportunities for growth, and a commitment to safety and professionalism in a fast-paced, independent work

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2 years of over-the-road tractor-trailer driving experience with chick delivery/refrigerated trailers or 1 year with a driving-school degree.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver License is required.

Responsibilities

• Maneuver and deliver or backhaul truckloads of animals, products, and materials to facilities, farms, plants, customers, and distributors.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of chick delivery trailers.
• Observe DOT hours of service, logs, inspections, load inspections, and load securement.
• Use electronic logging devices and onboard tracking systems.
• Operate tractors and trailers legally and safely per regulations.
• Complete manifests, bills of lading, pay envelopes, reports.
• Load/unload animals and products using Moffett equipment.
• Maintain trailers and ensure hygiene and counts are accurate.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Dependable

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2 years over-the-road tractor-trailer experience

1 year with driving-school degree

Valid Class A CDL

Tools

Moffett equipment

Electronic logging devices

Job description

Perdue Transportation Incorporated (PTI) is the transportation and logistics provider for Perdue Foods. Our drivers and support teams are committed to safety, reliability, and exceptional service every day. As part of a family-owned company, we offer the stability, support, and opportunities for growth that help our associates thrive. That’s Perdue.

Summary

Ensure the safe and timely delivery of live chicks while playing a critical role in supporting Perdue's poultry operations. As a Chick Delivery Driver, you will operate tractor-trailer combinations to transport live animals between hatcheries, company facilities, vendor locations, and grower farms while ensuring every load is handled with the highest standards of safety, animal welfare, and efficiency. You will be responsible for loading, unloading, and dispersing chicks using Moffett equipment, maintaining clean and well-kept equipment, and representing the Perdue brand with professionalism at every stop. This role is ideal for a safety-focused, dependable driver who enjoys working independently, takes pride in delivering exceptional service, and thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment where every delivery directly supports the success of our operations.

The salary range for this position is $34.25 per hour
In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

• Maneuver and deliver or backhaul truckloads of animals, products, and materials to Company facilities, farms, plants, customers, and distributors as assigned.
• Perform proper pre-trip and post-trip inspections of chick delivery trailers to support animal welfare.
• Observe and maintain all Department of Transportation requirements regarding hours of service, logbooks, vehicle inspections, load inspections, and load securement.
• Utilize electronic logging devices, paper logs when needed, and onboard vehicle tracking systems efficiently.
• Operate tractors and trailers in a legal and safe manner consistent with all federal, state, local, and Company requirements.
• Utilize all onboard safety features.
• Complete and submit manifests, bills of lading, proof of delivery documents, pay envelopes, overage reports, shortage reports, damage claims, and trip reports.
• Load and unload animals, Moffett equipment, trays, and products on and off trailers.
• Unload animals at farms and disperse animals into barns using the Moffett.
• Clean trailers and trays before and after use and as needed to meet Company requirements.
• Maintain seal integrity and report accurate verified counts and conditions of products and animals during deliveries.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of over-the-road tractor-trailer driving experience with chick delivery and/or refrigerated trailers.
• Or 1 year of over-the-road driving experience with a degree from an accredited driving school.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver License.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience with chick delivery and/or refrigerated trailers.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Able to drive a tractor with a trailer.
• Able to remain seated for extended periods up to Department of Transportation limits.
• Able to withstand bouncing and vibration from truck and road conditions.
• Able to lift up to 100 pounds while loading and unloading animals and products.
• Able to operate, load, and unload a Moffett.
• Exposed to dust, animal excrement, pollen, and other allergens.
• Exposed to fuel, oil spills, and other chemicals.
• Exposed to temperatures ranging from 0°F to 100°F, humidity ranging from 0% to 100%, and noise levels from 50 dB to 100 dB.
• Required to travel to customers, distributors, Company facilities, farms, and other remote locations and may remain away from home for periods of time.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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