Job Description US-MO-COFFEY The Market/Live/Feed Haul Driver safely drives haul truck with capacity of more than thirty tons, transporting animals to and from specified farm or plant destinations.
Successfully completes a Road Test and be issued a certificate
Properly prepares and evaluates equipment pre-trip and post-trip
Works in single driver environment
Handles shipping documents to ensure accuracy and timely submission
Positions equipment properly to safely load and offload animals at farm or plant destination
Drives day/night in variety of climates and traffic
Maintains logs, DVIR, itinerary, and other paperwork as required
Fuels up equipment and properly uses on-board computer (or turns in logs) daily
Hooks up trailer to tractor, that includes backing under the trailer, raising landing gear and hooking up airlines
Complies with all Bio-Security (BMS), Safety (IPS) and Environmental (EMS) management system's rules and regulations
Complies with DOT rules and regulations
Complies with all Smithfield established policies and procedures
Reports 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 emergency The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Meet DOT requirements
At least 21 years of age
No DUI/DWI or reckless driving convictions in last 10 years
No DOT Recordable preventable accidents within the last three (3) years with a CMV
No more than one (1) moving violation within the last three (3) years
Meet minimum requirements to operate a CMV and have a current valid CDL issued from only one State
Knowledge of FMCSR
1 year CDL experience desired or completion of 3rd Party Training
Animal Handling experience preferred
Complete all required information on the CDL Driver Application For Employment
Be able to read and speak the English language
Ability 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 hire The work environment characteristics & physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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. To learn more about Smithfield's benefits, visit smithfieldfoods. com/careerbenefits Headquartered in Smithfield, Va. since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. Our 40,000 U. S. and 15,000 European employees are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly. " and have made us one of the world's leading vertically integrated protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for more than two decades, including many industry firsts, such as our ambitious commitment to cut our carbon impact by 25 percent by 2025. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our neighbors in need. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield, Eckrich and Nathan's Famous, among many others. For more information, visit www. smithfieldfoods. com, and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Linked. In and Instagram. Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status or status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job related characteristic as directed by law.
