CDL A Driver - Feed Delivery; Part Time

Compensation and Training

Up to $21.75/hr during training period. CDL training program for Drivers with a CDL class A permit, or CDL class A license with less than 1 year of commercial driving experience.

• Successfully complete a 5-7 week training program.
• Follow required and recommended safety procedures while driving, delivering feed or loading and unloading with animal welfare being the foremost concern.
• Comply with all DOT rules and regulations.
• Report all accidents promptly through proper authorities.
• Comply with all rules set forth by the receiving agent.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED, preferred.
• Current Class A CDL or permit.
• Previous driving experience preferred.
• At least 21 years old.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain a DOT medical card upon hire.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule (nights, weekends, and holidays).

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Hook up trailer to tractor, including backing under the trailer, raising landing gear and hooking up airlines.
• Roll up and down landing gear requiring use of two hands and upper torso when on ground and one when gear clears the ground.
• Operate a manual transmission tractor.
• During pre‑trip of equipment be able to climb into engine area; bend, stoop, and crawl to complete through pre‑trip.
• Open and close trailer gates and doors to load and unload animals.
• Get in and out of cab in tight places such as fuel islands.
• Move upper torso when backing may require leaning out of window to see blind spot and/or mirrors.
• Report problems encountered on the farm or designated plant through the swine movement ticket or farm condition report.
• Read and understand the Smithfield emergency notification process knowing how and who to contact in case of an emergency.

Available:
Yes.

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.