Yard Driver - $19.10/hr + $2 Shift Premium

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Texarkana (AR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, life, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking a Yard Driver for the Texarkana location to operate on D Shift.

Starting pay is $19.10/hr with a $2.00 shift premium, reflecting a total near $21.10 per hour for eligible shifts. The role emphasizes safe handling of Tyson trucks and trailers, adherence to site policies, and maintaining a clean truck The position requires physical capability, effective radio communication for dispatch, and readiness to complete logs and paperwork.

Qualifications

• Dependable and able to work with others.
• Effective communication to receive work orders from dispatcher.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently handle Tyson trucks and customer trailers.
• Keep the truck clean at all times and maintain logs as required.
• Read and relay work orders from the dispatcher over the radio; complete daily paperwork.

Skills

Dependable

Team player

Good communication

Physical stamina

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Front-end loader certification

Job description

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking a Yard Driver for the Texarkana location to operate on D Shift.

Starting pay is $19.10/hr with a $2.00 shift premium, reflecting a total near $21.10 per hour for eligible shifts. The role emphasizes safe handling of Tyson trucks and trailers, adherence to site policies, and maintaining a clean truck The position requires physical capability, effective radio communication for dispatch, and readiness to complete logs and paperwork.