CDL A Driver - Market Haul; Nights

Job Description

Driver – CDL Class A (Training Program)

• Successfully complete a 5-7 week training program.
• Follow required and recommended safety procedures while driving, delivering feed, or loading/unloading animals with animal welfare as 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED (preferred).
• Current Class A CDL.
• 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).

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Hook up trailer to tractor, including backing under the trailer, raising landing gear, and hooking up airlines.
• Operate manual transmission tractor.
• Pre‑trip inspection requiring climb into engine area, bend, stoop, and crawl.
• Open and close trailer gates and doors to load and unload animals.
• Enter and exit cab from tight spaces such as fuel islands.
• Move upper torso when backing; may require leaning out of windows to see blind spots.
• Report problems encountered on the farm or designated plant through the swine movement ticket or farm condition report.
• Read and understand emergency notification process and points of contact in case of an emergency.

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 veteran status, status as a disabled individual, or any other protected group status or non‑job characteristic as directed by law.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical plans with lower out‑of‑pocket costs than average, wellness programs, training and professional development opportunities, tuition assistance, and a scholarship program for employees’ children.