CDL-A Driver; Local NE

Position Summary

Professional truck driver with Smithfield Foods. Assigned late model Freightliner tractors to pull 53' reefer trailers and dispatched to plants, company, and customer distribution centers. Responsible for safe driving, customer service, and effective decision making.

• Schedule: Minimum 5 days/week (Day or Night shifts); optional 6th day if HOS eligible.
• Home daily schedule
• Mileage: 1,800-2,000 miles per week.
• Loads: 10+ weekly, no touch freight – mixture of drop/hook and live load/unload.
• Hours: Shift up to 12hrs/day.
• Slip‑seating: Required/Day Cabs.
• Shifts: Tuesday–Saturday or Sunday–Thursday.
• Detention Pay: $25/hr after 2 hours.
• Route: All routes operate within a 300‑mile radius.
• Full serviced leased equipment.
• Option to enroll in our 401K plan.
• Medical, Dental, Prescription, and Vision Benefits offered.
• Paid days off.
• Earning potential up to $80,000+ annually plus PTO.

• Operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle (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 Hours of Service (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 weekly guarantee, including trailer washouts, fueling, spotting, weighing, and reporting maintenance issues.

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• At least 1 year of CDL Class A truck driving experience with reefer experience required.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• 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.

EEO Information

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