CDL A Driver - Feed Delivery (Nights)

Smithfield Foods•Waverly, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield is seeking a Feed Haul Driver with a Class A CDL and at least 1 year of commercial driving experience. This role involves successfully completing a driver training program and adhering to all safety procedures while driving and delivering feed, with a primary focus on animal welfare. The driver will comply with all DOT rules and regulations and report accidents promptly. This position is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of feed to various locations.

Requirements

Current Class A CDL.
1 year of CMV driving experience required.
At least 21 years old.
Acceptable driving record.
Ability to obtain a DOT medical card upon hire.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED, preferred.

Responsibilities

Successfully complete a driver training program.
Follows required and recommended safety procedures while driving, delivering feed or loading and unloading with animal welfare being the foremost concern.
Complies with all DOT rules and regulations.
Reports all accidents promptly through proper authorities.
Complies with all rules set forth by the receiving agent.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Hook up trailer to tractor, this includes backing under the trailer, raising landing gear and hooking up airlines.
Roll up and down landing gear that can require use of two hands and upper torso when on ground and one when gear clears the ground.
Operate a manual transmission tractor.
During pre-trip of equipment be able to climb into engine area; 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.