CDL-A Driver; Short Haul NE

Professional Truck Driver

As a professional truck driver for Smithfield Foods, you will operate late‑model Freightliner tractors to pull 53' reefer trailers and be dispatched to our plants, company distribution centers, and customer distribution centers. Safe driving, customer service, and effective decision making are key to success.

• Annual earning potential up to $80,000+ plus paid time off.
• Competitive pay and outstanding benefits including medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan option.
• Paid days off.
• Full‑service leased equipment.
• Detention pay: $25/hr after 2 hours.

• Minimum 5 days per week, consistent scheduling on day or night shifts; option to work a 6th day if HOS eligible.
• Shift up to 12 hours per day.
• Mileage: 1,800–2,000 miles per week.
• Loads: 10+ weekly, no touch freight – mixture of drop/hook and live load/unload.
• All routes operate within a 300‑mile radius.
• Slip‑seating required, day cabs.
• Shifts:
  
  Tuesday–Saturday or Sunday–Thursday.

• Operate a CMV in compliance with DOT and company standards.
• Perform pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections and complete DVIRs daily.
• Transport loads according to dispatch instructions, ensuring proper load security and biosecurity compliance.
• Maintain accurate HOS logs via ELD or paper logs when required.
• Report all accidents, citations, and equipment defects promptly.
• Participate in scheduled driver safety meetings and required training programs.
• Keep assigned truck clean and report maintenance needs.
• Perform additional duties under the weekly guarantee, including trailer washouts, fueling, spotting, weighing, and reporting maintenance issues.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• 1 year of CDL Class A driving experience with tractor‑trailer or reefer required.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 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.

• Work is physically demanding and may require the use of some or all body parts and muscle groups.
• Positions may require repetitive overhead lifting up to 30 lbs, single lifting of heavy objects up to 60 lbs, or lifting using mechanical assistance.

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non‑job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757‑357‑1595.