CDL-A Driver - Crete, NE

Smithfield Foods

45d•$100,000

About The Position

Our drivers enjoy a great balance between work and life, as well as competitive compensation. As a professional truck driver with Smithfield Foods, you are assigned late model Freightliner tractors to pull 53’ reefer trailers and are dispatched to our plants, company distribution centers, and customer distribution centers. Safe driving, customer service, and effective decision making is the key to success in this position. We offer competitive pay and outstanding benefits that fit your way of life. Earning potential up to $100,000+ annually Work schedules:6 and 1, 6 and 2, 5 and 2 (Tues-Sat), (Sun-Thurs), (Sat-Wed) Anticipated home time is 2 days off per week (48 hours) Paid detention rate Drivers in this fleet should average minimum 2,500+ miles per week No touch freight and no backhauling through outside customers Less than 5% of shipments have extra stops No travel to New York, New England or the western states Full serviced leased equipment No slip seating Option to enroll in our 401K plan Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision Benefits offered Paid Days Off

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
1-year CDL Class A driving tractor trailer or reefer experience required.
High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

Transport and deliver freight over the road over long distances in a safe, efficient, timely and legal manner.
Complete all necessary paperwork and maintain records required under state and federal laws and regulations.
Ensure that all operations are in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
Represent the Company and the trucking industry in a professional manner.

Benefits

Earning potential up to $100,000+ annually
Work schedules:6 and 1, 6 and 2, 5 and 2 (Tues-Sat), (Sun-Thurs), (Sat-Wed)
Anticipated home time is 2 days off per week (48 hours)
Paid detention rate
Drivers in this fleet should average minimum 2,500+ miles per week
No touch freight and no backhauling through outside customers
Less than 5% of shipments have extra stops
No travel to New York, New England or the western states
Full serviced leased equipment
No slip seating
Option to enroll in our 401K plan
Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision Benefits offered
Paid Days Off
Relocation Package Available
robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones
Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide 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 designed to help you reach your full potential
partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs
leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent
apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children
Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner.