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 competitive compensation, a CDL training program for qualified drivers, and opportunities for professional growth within a diverse and innovative environment.

Requirements

Current Class A CDL.
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).
High school diploma or GED, preferred.

Nice To Haves

CDL training program for Drivers with a CDL class A with 1 year of commercial driving experience required.

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.
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.

Benefits

Average After Training: $90,000/yearly
Relocation Package Available
Robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs
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.
Comprehensive training and professional development programs
LinkedIn Learning access
Tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs
Leadership development initiatives
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children