Fleet Driver (Local) - Junction City, KS

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Junction City (KS); On-site; USD 48,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

Paid Days Off

Full serviced leased equipment

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Junction City, KS is seeking a Fleet Driver (Local) to operate late model Freightliner tractors, pulling 53’ reefer trailers and delivering to plants and distribution centers.

This role offers a home daily schedule and competitive pay with a $3,000 sign-on bonus, plus solid benefits and a 401K plan. You will perform pre/post-trip inspections, maintain accurate HOS logs, and ensure load security while meeting DOT and company standards.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• 1 year CDL Class A driving tractor trailer or reefer experience required.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to work well in a fast paced, dynamic environment and be team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) in compliance with DOT and company standards.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete DVIRs daily.
• Transport loads according to dispatch instructions, ensuring load security and biosecurity compliance.
• Maintain Hours of Service (HOS) logs via ELD or paper logs as required.
• Report accidents, citations, and equipment defects promptly.
• Participate in driver safety meetings and required training programs.
• Keep assigned truck clean and report maintenance needs.
• Perform additional duties under weekly guarantee, including trailer washouts, fueling, spotting, weighing, and reporting maintenance issues.

Job description

## Fleet Driver (Local) - Junction City, KSApply: Junction City, KS: Full time: Posted Today: R-2026-14710**If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.**Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. **Apply Now!****THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:**The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.Our drivers enjoy a great balance between work and life, as well as competitive compensation. As a professional truck driver with Smithfield Foods, you are assigned late model Freightliner tractors to pull 53’ reefer trailers and are dispatched to our plants, company distribution centers, and customer distribution centers. Safe driving, customer service, and effective decision making is the key to success in this position. We offer competitive pay and outstanding benefits that fit your way of life.Earning potential up to $80,000+ annually plus a **$3,000 sign-on bonus!** * **Schedule:** This position operates on either a Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday schedule. Morning and Evening shifts available.* **Home daily schedule*** **Mileage:** 1,800–2,000 miles per week* **Loads:** 10+ weekly, No touch freight-mixture of drop/hook and live load/unload* **Hours:** Shift up to 12hrs/day* **Slip-seating:** Required/Day Cabs* **Shifts:** Tuesday-Saturday or Sunday-Thursday* **Non-Drive Time Pay:** Flat dollar rate for non-drive time* **Route:** All routes operate within a 300-mile radius* Full serviced leased equipment* Option to enroll in our 401K plan* Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision Benefits offered* Paid Days Off **WHAT YOU’LL DO:**The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. * Operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) in compliance with DOT and company standards.* Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete DVIRs daily.* Transport loads according to dispatch instructions, ensuring proper load security and biosecurity compliance.* Maintain accurate Hours of Service (HOS) logs via ELD or paper logs when required.* Report all accidents, citations, and equipment defects promptly.* Participate in scheduled driver safety meetings and required training programs.* Keep assigned truck clean and report maintenance needs.* Perform additional duties under weekly guarantee, including trailer washouts, fueling, spotting, weighing, and reporting maintenance issues. **WHAT WE’RE SEEKING:**To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. * Must be at least 21 years of age.* 1-year CDL Class A driving tractor trailer or reefer experience required.* High School Diploma or GED preferred.* Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.* Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment. **Physical Demands & Work Environment** *To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.* * This work is physically demanding and can require the use of some or all body parts and muscle groups. Some positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, single lifting of heavy objects which can weigh up to 60 lbs, or lifting of objects using mechanical assistance.**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.*