Truck Driver 3rd Shift

Wayne Farms LLC; Mississippi; On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne Farms LLC Hazlehurst Hatchery in Mississippi seeks a Truck Driver for 3rd shift to operate a commercial vehicle transporting live poultry or feed. You will follow DOT safety rules, perform pre-trip inspections, and ensure loads are secure while maintaining documentation.

Requires a valid Class A CDL with at least 1 year of driving, 21+ years old, and a High School Diploma or equivalent. Able to work unsupervised, lift up to 75 lbs, and work nights, weekends, and long shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Reading

Writing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

## Truck Driver 3rd ShiftApply: Mississippi - Hazlehurst Hatchery: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-69463**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.