Truck Driver 3rd Shift

Sanderson Farms, Inc.; Hazlehurst (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Sanderson Farms is seeking a Truck Driver to operate a commercial vehicle transporting live poultry or poultry feed. You will follow DOT rules, perform pre-trip inspections, and maintain accurate records.

The role emphasizes safety, load security, and compliance with company policies and regulations. Qualified candidates have a valid Class A CDL with at least one year of verifiable driving, the ability to read and write, and a strong work ethic.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with 1 year verifiable driving record.
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation regulations and laws.
• Ability to read and write legibly at a basic level.
• Ability to work unsupervised and stay self-motivated.
• Sound work ethic, honesty and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all DOT regulations and company safety policies.
• Perform and document pre-trip inspections (tires, oil, fuel, lights, brakes, hoses).
• Assist with loading and unloading trailer as necessary and ensure secure load.
• Maintain accurate documentation (equipment, time, trips, weight).
• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to supervisor and keep truck clean.
• Comply with DOT safety rules, company policies, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A

DOT regulations

Reading & writing

Self-motivation

Strong work ethic

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Truck Driver is responsible for exercising safe driving practices ensuring the safety of the public while operating a commercial motor vehicle to either transport live poultry from growers to the processing facility or poultry feed to / from growers in a safe and secure manner. This role is responsible for compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) safety rules and regulations and all company policies, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations.
• Perform and document pre-trip inspection (i.e. tires, oil, fuel, lights, breaks, hoses, etc.).
• Assist with loading and unloading trailer as necessary.
• Ensure secure load before movement.
• Maintain proper documentation (i.e. equipment, time, trips, weight, etc.).
• Clean and wash truck as necessary.
• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to supervisor.
• Comply with all DOT safety rules and regulations, all company policies, and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid Class A CDL with 1 year verifiable satisfactory driving record.
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation, State and Federal Laws.
• Ability to read and write legibly.
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous live poultry tractor trailer driving experience.
• Basic math functions and skills.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Follow Department of Transportation, State and Federal laws, and company safety policies and programs. Wear assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Work in outside environment (including inclement weather) on a daily basis.
• Sit and drive for up to 10 hours, and climb in and out of truck cab throughout shift.
• Lift up to 75 lbs.
• Work around raw, live animal odors.
• Work in noisy environment (>85 decibels) and moving equipment.
• Work nights, weekends, holidays and long shifts.

EMPLOYER EEO STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

A career that makes an amazing difference starts at Wayne-Sanderson Farms. Formed from two leading poultry companies with humble roots in farm supply and feed manufacturing, Wayne-Sanderson Farms is built on over a century’s worth of industry expertise and excellence in operation. Our family at Wayne-Sanderson Farms is now more than 26,000 team members and over 2,000 family farmers strong, and still growing as the nation’s third largest poultry producer. By starting your career with a leader in the industry, you can develop your skills in a wide variety of operations while enjoying unique benefits such as our professional development opportunities.