Market Haul Driver
A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us.
Your Opportunity
Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages :
- Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits & MORE!
The Market Haul Driver safely drives haul truck with capacity of more than thirty tons, transporting animals to and from specified farm or plant destinations.
Core Responsibilities
Successfully completes a Road Test and be issued a certificateProperly prepares and evaluates equipment pre-trip and post-tripWorks in single driver environmentHandles shipping documents to ensure accuracy and timely submissionPositions equipment properly to safely load and offload animals at farm or plant destinationDrives day / night in variety of climates and trafficMaintains logs, DVIR, itinerary, and other paperwork as requiredFuels up equipment and properly uses on-board computer (or turns in logs) dailyHooks up trailer to tractor, that includes backing under the trailer, raising landing gear and hooking up airlinesComplies with all Bio-Security (BMS), Safety (IPS) and Environmental (EMS) management system's rules and regulationsComplies with DOT rules and regulationsComplies with all Smithfield established policies and proceduresReports problems encountered on the farm or designated plant through the swine movement ticket or farm condition report.Reads and understands the Smithfield emergency notification process knowing how and who to contact in case of an emergencyQualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.Meet DOT requirementsAt least 21 years of ageNo DUI / DWI or reckless driving convictions in last 10 yearsNo DOT Recordable preventable accidents within the last three (3) years with a CMVNo more than one (1) moving violation within the last three (3) yearsMeet minimum requirements to operate a CMV and have a current valid CDL issued from only one StateKnowledge of FMCSR1 year CDL experience desired or completion of 3rd Party TrainingAnimal Handling experience preferredComplete all required information on the CDL Driver Application For EmploymentBe able to read and speak the English languageAbility to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.Must be able to pass a DOT Physical upon initial hireWork Environment and Physical Demands
Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.Occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 lbs.Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.Walk on slick surfaces such as fuel islands, loading chutes, loading and unloading area and truck washes.Relocation Package Available Yes
EEO Information
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.
