Fleet Driver - Wichita, KS (Local) - $3,000 Sign-on Bonus!
About The Position
Smithfield Foods is hiring a local professional truck driver in Wichita, Kansas. Drivers operate late-model Freightliner tractors pulling 53-foot refrigerated trailers and are dispatched to company plants, company distribution centers, and customer distribution centers. Routes stay within a 300-mile radius, and drivers are home daily. The role involves approximately 1,800–2,000 miles and 10 or more loads per week, with no-touch freight consisting of drop-and-hook and live load/unload work. Shifts can be up to 12 hours per day, with morning and evening shifts available and either a Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday schedule. Slip-seating is required, and the equipment is day-cab, full-service leased equipment. Drivers receive a flat dollar rate for non-driving time and may perform additional duties under a weekly guarantee. Earning potential is up to $80,000 or more annually. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is advertised.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- At least 1 year of Class A CDL tractor-trailer or reefer driving experience is required.
- Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
- Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) in compliance with Department of Transportation and company standards.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete daily Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs).
- Transport loads according to dispatch instructions while ensuring proper load security and biosecurity compliance.
- Maintain accurate Hours of Service (HOS) logs using an electronic logging device (ELD) or paper logs when required.
- Promptly report accidents, citations, and equipment defects.
- Participate in scheduled driver safety meetings and required training programs.
- Keep the assigned truck clean and report maintenance needs.
- Perform additional duties under the weekly guarantee, including trailer washouts, fueling, spotting, weighing, and reporting maintenance issues.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- $3,000 sign-on bonus.
- Earning potential up to $80,000 or more annually.
- Paid time off.
- Option to enroll in a 401(k) plan.
- Medical, dental, prescription, and vision benefits.
- Full-service leased equipment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
