Local CDL-A Livestock Transport Driver (Live Swine)
The Clemens Food Group•Hatfield, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
Clemens Food Group is hiring Live Haul Drivers to safely transport livestock from local farms to our food production facility. This position offers consistent work, competitive activity-based pay, and the opportunity to join a supportive team that prioritizes safety, animal welfare, and reliable service. As a Live Haul Driver, you will operate a tractor-trailer with a livestock trailer, work directly with farmers and dispatch, and play an essential role in keeping our operations running smoothly.
Requirements
- Valid Commercial Driver’s License Class A
- Air brake endorsement
- At least one year of tractor-trailer driving experience
- Safe driving history and acceptable motor vehicle record
- Ability to meet all DOT and company driver qualification requirements
- Ability to safely operate a manual or automatic tractor-trailer, depending on assigned equipment
- Ability to read, understand, and complete transportation documents and inspection reports
- Ability to communicate clearly with dispatch, farmers, and facility personnel
- Willingness to work overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs
Nice To Haves
- Successful Live Haul Drivers are dependable, safety-conscious professionals who remain calm and attentive in active farm environments.
- Take pride in operating equipment safely
- Treat farmers, coworkers, and animals with respect
- Are comfortable working independently while staying connected with dispatch
- Pay close attention to paperwork, schedules, and operating procedures
- Can adapt when routes, weather, or production requirements change
- Want consistent driving work without spending multiple nights away from home
Responsibilities
- Safely operate a tractor-trailer and livestock trailer between farms and Clemens Food Group facilities
- Travel to assigned farms and load live pigs according to established safety and animal-welfare procedures
- Maintain control of the vehicle, trailer, and livestock throughout the transportation process
- Safely and efficiently unload livestock upon arrival
- Complete required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
- Identify and report equipment defects, maintenance concerns, or safety issues
- Verify that invoices, transportation documents, and other required paperwork are accurate and complete
- Communicate professionally with dispatchers, farmers, plant personnel, and other drivers
- Follow all DOT regulations, company policies, biosecurity procedures, and animal-handling standards
- Keep assigned equipment clean, secure, and in safe operating condition
- Respond appropriately to changing routes, weather conditions, farm schedules, and plant operating needs
Benefits
- Home daily
- Competitive, activity-based compensation
- Consistent, year-round work
- Local and regional farm routes
- A safety-focused work environment
- Support from an experienced dispatch and operations team
- Stable employment with an established food production company
- Work that directly supports farmers, food production, and local communities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
