CDL A Driver - Live Haul

Smithfield Foods•Waverly, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield is seeking a CDL A Driver for their Live Haul team. This role involves safely transporting animals while adhering to all DOT regulations and company policies. The company emphasizes a culture of respect, accountability, and a commitment to feeding people sustainably. Smithfield offers opportunities for growth, professional development, and a supportive work environment.

Requirements

CDL training program for Drivers with a CDL class A with 1 year of commercial driving experience required.
Current Class A CDL or permit.
Previous driving experience required.
At least 21 years old.
Acceptable driving record.
Ability to obtain a DOT medical card upon hire.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule (nights, weekends, and holidays).
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED, preferred.

Responsibilities

Successfully complete a driver training program.
Follow required and recommended safety procedures while driving, delivering feed, or loading and unloading, with animal welfare as the primary concern.
Comply with all DOT rules and regulations.
Report all accidents promptly through proper authorities.
Comply with all rules set forth by the receiving agent.
Hook up trailer to tractor, including backing under the trailer, raising landing gear, and hooking up airlines.
Operate landing gear, which may require significant physical effort.
Operate a manual transmission tractor.
Perform pre-trip inspections of equipment, which may involve climbing into the engine area, bending, stooping, and crawling.
Open and close trailer gates and doors to load and unload animals.
Enter and exit the cab in confined spaces.
Maneuver the vehicle, potentially leaning out of the window for visibility.
Report problems encountered on the farm or designated plant using the swine movement ticket or farm condition report.
Understand and follow the Smithfield emergency notification process.

Benefits

Average After Training: $90,000/yearly
Relocation Package Available
Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
Medical plans with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers
Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost
Support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more
Comprehensive training and professional development programs
LinkedIn Learning access for on-demand courses, professional certificates, and skill-based training
Partnership with Guild for continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs
Leadership development initiatives
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children