Fleet Driver (Local) - Crete, NE

Smithfield Foods•Remote, NE, NE

3d•$100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Smithfield Foods is hiring a local fleet driver based in Crete, Nebraska. Drivers operate late-model Freightliner tractors pulling 53-foot refrigerated trailers, traveling to Smithfield plants, company distribution centers, and customer distribution centers. The role emphasizes safe driving, customer service, effective decision-making, and compliance with applicable laws. The fleet offers schedules of 6 days on and 1 off, 6 on and 2 off, or 5 on and 2 off, with the listed 5-and-2 rotations including Tuesday–Saturday, Sunday–Thursday, and Saturday–Wednesday. Anticipated home time is two days off per week (48 hours). Drivers should average at least 2,500 miles per week. Freight is no-touch, there is no backhauling through outside customers, fewer than 5% of shipments have extra stops, and routes do not travel to New York, New England, or the western states. Equipment is fully serviced, and drivers do not slip-seat.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
At least 1 year of CDL Class A tractor-trailer or reefer driving experience.
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.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Transport and deliver freight over long distances in a safe, efficient, timely, and legal manner.
Complete necessary paperwork and maintain records required under state and federal laws and regulations.
Ensure all operations comply with state and federal laws and regulations.
Represent the Company and the trucking industry professionally.
Perform other duties as assigned.