CDL Driver - Market Haul

Smithfield Foods•Algona, IA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield Foods is seeking motivated individuals to join their team as CDL Drivers for Market Haul. This role involves safely driving a haul truck with a capacity of over thirty tons, transporting animals to and from specified farm or plant destinations. The company offers industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefits package, aiming to provide lasting and meaningful careers.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Meet DOT requirements.
At least 21 years of age.
No DUI/DWI or reckless driving convictions in last 10 years.
No DOT Recordable preventable accidents within the last three (3) years with a CMV.
No more than one (1) moving violation within the last three (3) years.
Meet minimum requirements to operate a CMV and have a current valid CDL issued from only one State.
Knowledge of FMCSR.
Be able to read and speak the English language.
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.
Must be able to pass a DOT Physical upon initial hire.

Nice To Haves

1 year CDL experience desired or completion of 3rd Party Training.
Animal Handling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely drives haul truck with capacity of more than thirty tons, transporting animals to and from specified farm or plant destinations.
Successfully completes a Road Test and be issued a certificate.
Properly prepares and evaluates equipment pre-trip and post-trip.
Works in a single driver environment.
Handles shipping documents to ensure accuracy and timely submission.
Positions equipment properly to safely load and offload animals at farm or plant destination.
Drives day/night in a variety of climates and traffic.
Maintains logs, DVIR, itinerary, and other paperwork as required.
Fuels up equipment and properly uses on-board computer (or turns in logs) daily.
Hooks up trailer to tractor, which includes backing under the trailer, raising landing gear and hooking up airlines.
Complies with all Bio-Security (BMS), Safety (IPS) and Environmental (EMS) management system’s rules and regulations.
Complies with DOT rules and regulations.
Complies with all Smithfield established policies and procedures.
Reports problems encountered on the farm or designated plant through the swine movement ticket or farm condition report.
Reads and understands the Smithfield emergency notification process knowing how and who to contact in case of an emergency.

Benefits

Industry-leading wages
Comprehensive Health Insurance
Retirement Benefits
Relocation Package Available
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.
Tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs through partnership with Guild.
Leadership development initiatives.
Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.
Education Reimbursement Program for GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university.