Commercial Truck Driver CDL-A Ag Protein (nights)

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About the Role

Smithfield is a company dedicated to sustainable food production, respecting people, animals, communities, and the planet. We offer diverse roles across various locations and functions, fostering a culture of gratitude, communication, respect, and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned route in a safe and productive manner.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle to ensure equipment is in good working condition.
• Collaborate with other drivers and dispatchers to insure scheduling.
• Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods.
• Read and interpret maps, and written directions to determine vehicle routes.
• Operate equipment, such as truck cab computers, CB radios, telephones, and GPS systems, to exchange necessary information with dispatchers, supervisors, and other drivers.
• Complete and turn in all paperwork and related documentation upon completion of shift.
• Understand and comply with company SIPS, EMS, and BMS policies and procedures while performing job duties.
• Report all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor.
• Review the company’s emergency notification process and be responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Highschool Diploma or GED required.
• 1 Year Minimum CDL Driving Experience.
• Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with acceptable driving record. Class A preferred.
• Meet DOT requirements (Pass background, drug screen, and physical).
• Must have acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule (NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, & HOLIDAYS as required).
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Hook up trailer to tractor, including backing under the trailer, raising landing gear, and hooking up airlines.
• Operate a manual transmission tractor.
• Be able to climb into engine area during pre-trip inspection.
• Bend, stoop, and crawl to complete through pre-trip.
• Open and close trailer gates and doors to load and unload animals.
• Get in and out of cab in tight places such as fuel islands.
• Move upper torso when backing may require leaning out of window to see blind spot and/or mirrors.
• Report problems encountered on the farm or designated plant through the swine movement ticket or farm condition report.
• Read and understand the Smithfield emergency notification process knowing how and who to contact in case of an emergency.

Benefits

Compensation: $21.75 + PBL

Local positions available in Magnolia and surrounding areas.

Nights/Full Time/ Benefits After 90 Days.

Must have 1 year or more CDL Driving Experience + Good Driving Record!