Yard Driver Opr DB01, D Shift (Nights) - RVI Texarkana, AR

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

Job Details

Yard Driver Opr DB01 - Full Time - D Shift - RVI TexarkanaStarting Pay: $19.10/hr plus $2.00 shift premium

Description

Applicants will be considered a Yard Driver position. Yard Drivers will be responsible for the safe and efficient handling of Tyson trucks and our customer's trailers, following all plant policies and procedures; will keep the truck clean at all times. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Team Member must be dependable, work well with others, self-motivated and willing to come in early and stay late, when necessary.
• Prefer high school graduate or equivalent; a minimum of 6 months experience driving heavy equipment or trucks is preferred.
• Successful candidate must be able to communicate effectively in order to receive work orders from the dispatcher over the radio.
• Relay information to other co-workers and report issues to management and to complete daily paperwork.
• Prefer experience with trailers and tankers.
• Must pass Tyson Yard/Lot Driver Assessment.
• Must be willing and able to lift up to 50 pounds, shovel, climb stairs and ladders up to 60 feet, bend, stretch, reach, and work in extreme hot, cold, inclement weather, and odors.
• Must be able to use basic hand tools and perform basic mechanical and maintenance functions.
• Maintain clean work area by use of soap and high-pressure hose.
• Must be able to read to complete required logs.
• May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• May be required to operate frontend loader, man lift, or forklift and will be required to obtain certification to do so.
• 6 months non-CDL driving work experience with one employer in the last 24 months. Worker history must be documented on application or resume.
• Must have a valid driver's license (Motor Vehicle Record will be reviewed).
• NO DUI/DWIs in the last 12 months.

Rehire Criteria

• Former Tyson Team Members must be separated from the company for a minimum of 180 calendar days.
• Also, if you have worked at Tyson 3 times or more you will not be eligible for rehire.
• Applicants that complete an application and do not meet the criteria described in this statement will be removed from the application process.

Other Information

ALL INTERNAL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED FIRST

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Work Shift: D Shift (United States of America)

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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.

Benefits

• 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.

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