CDL Driver - Veteran Pathway

Tyson Foods•Springdale, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Tyson Foods is actively hiring CDL Drivers and encourages U.S. military veterans to apply. Military experience, particularly in driving heavy equipment, diesel trucks, tractor trailers, fuel vehicles, or tactical vehicles, can translate directly into this role. This position is designated as a Veteran Priority posting, offering expedited review for candidates who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. It also serves as a Veteran talent pipeline for proactive connection with veterans whose skills align with current and future opportunities. The role involves driving and operating a tractor-trailer combination, monitoring refrigerated trailer temperatures, and ensuring all required shipping documentation is available. Drivers must maintain compliance with State and Federal regulations, including driver logs and mileage records, and operate safely in accordance with company policies and Federal, State, and local regulations. Drivers represent Tyson Foods professionally when interacting with customers and the public. Opportunities may include Local, Regional, and Over-the-Road driving, with potential for Yard Driver roles to gain experience. Tyson Foods maintains a fleet of well-maintained trucks, no more than four years old, equipped with APUs, inverters, and refrigerators. Trucks have automatic transmissions and are governed at the posted speed limit up to 70 mph. The work environment includes highways, customer locations, distribution centers, terminals, truck yards, and loading dock areas. Drivers may experience extended periods of driving, sitting, backing, coupling/uncoupling, inspecting equipment, and entering/exiting the tractor. Work may involve refrigerated trailers, moving equipment, shipping areas, and varying weather and road conditions. Essential skills include safe and defensive driving, trip planning, communication, accurate documentation, and compliance with DOT and company requirements.

Requirements

Valid CDL-A license in good standing in state of residence
Willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Military experience is welcomed and valued.
Experience driving heavy equipment, diesel trucks, tractor trailers, fuel vehicles, or tactical vehicles.
Motor Transport Operators, Vehicle Operators, or Motor Vehicle Operators
Tactical vehicle, tractor trailer, heavy truck, or fuel vehicle drivers
Convoy drivers, convoy leaders, transportation section leaders, or dispatch support personnel
Petroleum, oil, lubricant, or fuel distribution personnel with heavy vehicle operating experience
Equipment Operators who have operated heavy wheeled vehicles, construction equipment, or transport vehicles
Logistics, supply, movement control, or transportation personnel with documented vehicle operation responsibilities
Service members who held a military driver’s license or operated vehicles comparable to commercial motor vehicles
Military personnel with experience completing vehicle inspections, trip documentation, safety checks, dispatch paperwork, load securement, or regulated transportation activities
Army: 88M Motor Transport Operator, 92F Petroleum Supply Specialist, 14T Patriot Launching Station Enhanced Operator or Maintainer
Air Force: 2T1X1 Vehicle Operations, 2F0X1 Fuels, 3E2X1 Pavements and Construction Equipment
Navy: EO Equipment Operator, CM Construction Mechanic, LS Logistics Specialist with documented transportation or vehicle operation experience
Marine Corps: 3531 Motor Vehicle Operator, 3521 Automotive Maintenance Technician, 1391 Bulk Fuel Specialist with documented heavy vehicle or fuel transport experience

Responsibilities

Drive and operate a tractor trailer combination while monitoring the temperature of a refrigerated trailer
Ensure all required shipping documentation, including manifests, security seal sheets, bills of lading, shipping orders, freight bills, and related paperwork, is available for inspection and accompanies each shipment when delivered
Maintain records for compliance with State and Federal regulations, including driver logs, fuel purchases, mileage records, and other records required by law and company policy
Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures while complying with Federal, State, and local regulations for the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle
Represent Tyson Foods safely and professionally when interacting with customers and the public
Support transportation operations through Local, Regional, and Over-the-Road driving opportunities, depending on business needs and candidate qualifications
Consider Yard Driver opportunities when available to gain additional experience and build toward future CDL driving roles
Complete vehicle inspections, trip documentation, safety checks, dispatch paperwork, load securement, or regulated transportation activities