Weaned Pig Transport Driver (CDL)

Pipestone; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO and paid holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

PIPESTONE is hiring a Weaned Pig Transport Driver (CDL) to join our team. If you are a safety‑minded CDL professional who cares about animal welfare, this role offers meaningful work delivering healthy livestock and supporting producers across the region.

You will operate a semi‑trailer or gooseneck setup, perform pre‑trip inspections, load and transport weaned pigs, maintain proper ventilation and comfort, and follow DOT regulations and biosecurity protocols. Some overnight travel is required.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL required.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass MVR review.
• TQA Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Livestock transportation experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong commitment to safety, animal welfare, and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a semi-trailer or pickup/gooseneck combination.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and ensure equipment is road-ready.
• Load, transport, and unload weaned pigs according to industry standards.
• Maintain proper ventilation, bedding, and animal comfort during transport.
• Follow all DOT regulations, logging requirements, and biosecurity protocols.
• Wash and sanitize vehicles after each use to help prevent disease transfer.
• Work closely with producers and team members to ensure successful deliveries.

Skills

CDL Class A

Clean driving record

TQA Certification

Livestock transport experience

Safety and animal welfare

Customer service orientation

Job description

Now Hiring: Weaned Pig Transport Driver (CDL)
Join the PIPESTONE Team!

Looking for a career where your work makes a real impact? At PIPESTONE, our drivers play a critical role in delivering healthy, quality livestock while supporting producers across the region. If you're a safety-focused CDL professional who values animal care and teamwork, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do

• Safely operate a semi-trailer or pickup/gooseneck combination
• Perform pre-trip inspections and ensure equipment is road-ready
• Load, transport, and unload weaned pigs according to industry standards
• Maintain proper ventilation, bedding, and animal comfort during transport
• Follow all DOT regulations, logging requirements, and biosecurity protocols
• Wash and sanitize vehicles after each use to help prevent disease transfer
• Work closely with producers and team members to ensure successful deliveries

Qualifications

• Class A CDL required
• Clean driving record and ability to pass MVR review
• TQA Certification (or ability to obtain)
• Livestock transportation experience preferred, but not required
• Strong commitment to safety, animal welfare, and customer service

Compensation & Benefits

• $25 - $30 per hour (based on experience)
• Paid single health insurance (family plans available)
• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• PTO + paid holidays
• Retirement plan

Why Choose PIPESTONE?

• Meaningful work supporting the livestock industry
• Supportive, team-focused culture
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth
• Make a real impact with a respected industry leader

Some overnight travel is required. Weekend work may be needed based on business demands.

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