Live Haul CDL Driver

LIVE HAUL DRIVER/FORKLIFT OPERATOR

***RESUME REQUIRED***

Pilgrim’s wants YOU to join our Team as an LIVE HAUL DRIVER! This position starts at $29.10 - $32.02/hour plus $1/hour shift differential and offers a $4/hour perfect attendance bonus that is paid out weekly..

Benefits include:

• Paid holidays (after 60 days of employment) and paid vacation (after 1 year of service)
• Paid sick time
• Benefits at 60 days of employment – including health, dental, vision, life, and much more
• 401K contributions on day 1 of employment
• SUNDAY NIGHT – THURSDAY NIGHT WITH OCCASIONAL FRIDAY NIGHTS 
• 70% off quality Pilgrim’s poultry products
• Onsite cafeteria
• Advancement opportunities
• Better Futures Program – 2 Year Community College tuition assistance for you or your dependents!

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

POSITION SUMMARY:  The Live Haul Truck Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of trucks and forklifts within the Live Haul department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Operates Live Haul trucks safely and with a conscious effort to transport fragile loads
2. Operates forklift loading trucks at contract growers in a safe & efficient manner
3. Performs equipment inspections in accordance with company guidelines and equipment operating instructions to maintain compliance with CSA 2010. Reports all problems to the supervisor
4. Follows Packers and Stockyards Act guidelines for weighing live poultry
5. Follows truck tarping guidelines during periods of inclement weather.

• Other duties as required

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS and BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of driving and traffic rules
• Some mechanical skill
• Ability to lift up to 100 Pounds
• Valid Class A drivers license is required
• Preference given to those with a manual endorsement.
• Must possess a good driving record with a minimum of 3 years driving experience
• Must possess a valid class A license with 0 - 12 months experience.
• To perform this job successfully, applicant must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CANDIDATES ARE EXPECTED TO:

• Must be able to work varying nights (including weekends) as needed.
• Able to work independently and exhibit PPC’s values to uphold our Pillars.
• Follow and ensure biosecurity protocols are practiced at each farm.
• Operate company equipment safely and conscientiously.
• To perform this job successfully, applicant must be able to perorm each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accomodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ABOUT PILGRIM’S:

As one of the world’s largest poultry producers, Pilgrim’s has provided wholesome, quality products to customers and consumers for more than seven decades.  We have over 58,000 team members that take pride in providing more than 133 million daily servings of protein to retailers, restaurants, foodservice providers and consumers around the world.

EOE, including disability/vets