Truck Driver-2nd Shift

Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM

About the role

The Truck Driver is responsible for exercising safe driving practices ensuring the safety of the public while operating a commercial motor vehicle to transport live poultry from growers to the processing facility or poultry feed to/from growers in a safe and secure manner. This role ensures compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) safety rules and regulations, all company policies, and local, state, and federal laws.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all Department of Transportation regulations.
• Perform and document pre-trip inspection (e.g., tires, oil, fuel, lights, brakes, hoses).
• Assist with loading and unloading trailer as necessary.
• Ensure secure load before movement.
• Maintain proper documentation (e.g., equipment, time, trips, weight).
• Clean and wash truck as necessary.
• Report truck and equipment maintenance issues to supervisor.
• Comply with all DOT safety rules and regulations, company policies, and local, state, and federal laws.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Valid Class A CDL with 1 year verifiable satisfactory driving record.
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation, state, and federal laws.
• Ability to read and write legibly.
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate.
• Sound work ethic, honesty, and moral character.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous live poultry tractor trailer driving experience.
• Basic math skills.

Physical Requirements

• Work in an outside environment (including inclement weather) daily.
• Sit and drive for up to 10 hours, and climb in and out of truck cab throughout shift.
• Lift up to 75 lbs.
• Work around raw, live animal odors.
• Work in noisy environment (>85 decibels) and around moving equipment.
• Work nights, weekends, holidays, and long shifts.

Safety Requirements

• Follow Department of Transportation, state, and federal laws, and company safety policies and programs.
• Wear assigned Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Pay

$28.25 per hour

Benefits

• Benefits available from day one.
• On-the-job training.
• Referral bonus.