CDL A Driver - Feed Delivery

Smithfield Foods•Bladenboro, NC

About The Position

The CDL A Driver delivers feed and is responsible for safe driving, loading, and unloading, with animal welfare as the foremost concern. The role requires a current Class A CDL and at least one year of commercial motor vehicle Class A driving experience. Drivers must successfully complete a training program, comply with DOT regulations and receiving-agent rules, and promptly report accidents. The position may also include other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Current Class A CDL.
At least 1 year of CMV Class A driving experience.
At least 21 years old.
Acceptable driving record.
Ability to obtain a DOT medical card upon hire.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to hook up a trailer to a tractor, including backing under the trailer, raising the landing gear, and connecting airlines.
Ability to operate landing gear using the required hand and upper-torso movements.
Ability to operate a manual transmission tractor.
Ability to climb into the engine area and bend, stoop, and crawl during equipment pre-trip inspections.
Ability to open and close trailer gates and doors for loading and unloading animals.
Ability to get in and out of the cab in tight spaces, such as fuel islands.
Ability to move the upper torso while backing, including leaning out of a window to see blind spots or mirrors.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Successfully complete a driver training program.
Follow required and recommended safety procedures while driving and delivering feed, and while loading and unloading, with animal welfare as the foremost concern.
Comply with all DOT rules and regulations.
Promptly report accidents through the proper authorities.
Comply with all rules set forth by the receiving agent.
Report problems encountered on the farm or at the designated plant through the swine movement ticket or farm condition report.
Understand the Smithfield emergency notification process, including whom to contact in an emergency.