Yard Driver Opr B Shift- Sedelia Freezer

Tyson Foods; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Sedalia, MO is hiring for a truck operator on a Monday–Friday schedule. Pay starts at $20.45 per hour with a $2 shift differential; hours are 3:00 pm until finished, outdoors in variable conditions, and complies with Tyson policies.

Responsibilities include operating trucks and moving trailers, inspecting equipment, fueling tractors, weighing loads, and coordinating with dispatch via two-way radios.

Qualifications

• Must have three months of accumulative operator experience.
• Must have current driver license (not suspended).
• No DUI/DWI within last 12 months.
• Able to communicate on two-way radios with dispatchers/management and other shipping personnel.
• Willingness to stand, walk, bend, stretch, climb, push, pull and reach.
• Basic math skills including understanding weights.
• Basic computer skills to operate computerized scale.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks and move trailers in and out of loading areas, maintaining safety and complying with Tyson policies.
• Continuously move trailers in and out of loading docks.
• Stand, walk, bend, stretch, climb, push, pull and reach as required.
• Work outdoors in extreme hot or cold environments and drive during inclement weather.
• Inspect and notify supervisor of any mechanical issues.
• Fuel tractors and trailers as needed.
• Weigh loads at the scale house when empty and full.
• Monitor and change out offal trailers as needed.

Skills

Basic math

Two-way radio communication

Basic computer skills

Tools

Computerized scale

Two-way radios

Job description

Job Details

• Schedule - Monday - Friday
• Hours - 3:00 pm - until Finished
• Pay - 20.45/Hr. plus 2.00 shift differential

Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for operating trucks and moving trailers in and out of loading areas while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.
• This position is responsible for continuously moving trailers in and out of loading docks.
• Willingness to stand, walk, bend, stretch, climb, push, pull and reach are required.
• This position works outside in extreme hot and/or cold environments and also requires driving during inclement weather.
• Inspects and notifies the supervisor of any mechanical issues.
• Fuels tractor and trailers as needed.
• Weigh loads at the scale house while empty and full.
• Monitor and change out offal trailers as needed.

Requirements

• Must have three months of accumulative operator experience
• Must have current driver license (cannot be suspended).
• Must not have had a DUI/DWI conviction within the last 12 months.
• Must be able to communicate on two-way radios with dispatchers/management and other shipping personnel.
• Willingness to stand, walk, bend, stretch, climb, push, pull and reach are required.
• Basic math skills which include understanding weights.
• Basic computer skills to operate computerized scale.
• Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson have a 180‑day rehire waiting period and a 3‑time limit.

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Work Shift: B Shift (United States of America)

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.