Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation. With a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are raised for food.nnSummarynnOperate Tractor –Trailer (Smithway with “chick delivery” and/or refrigerated trailers) combination between Company facilities, vendor sites and Farms, to pick up and deliver freight including live animals in a legal, safe, timely, and efficient manner; including drop, hook, spot or otherwise interchange equipment for loading and unloading at various locations, as assigned. The expectation for this position is to start loading and unloading Moffett on and off trailer, unloading chicks from trailer using the Moffett at a Perdue or contract grower Farm or Facility. When Moffett equipment not available, driver will need to pull stacks of chicks to back of truck for unloading. Disperse Animals- Driver will work with Live Operations associates to disperse animals in barn using Moffett. Once complete the empty trays are loaded with Moffett in trailer. Driver is responsible for cleaning trailer before and after use and as needed.nnDays of work: Will be required to work Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday; and Saturday or Sunday based on load assignments and company requirements.nnThis position has a target wage of $28.00 per hour, based on shift, experience and qualifications with annual bonus available (variable depending on performance). Overtime may be available.nnIn addition to hourly wages, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vison, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.nnPrincipal and Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesnnManeuver and deliver/backhaul truckloads of animals, product and materials to Perdue facilities, farms, plants,nncustomers, and distributors as assigned. Perform proper Pre- and Post-Trip of Chick Delivery Trailer to protect Animal Welfare.nnObserve and maintain all Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements regarding hours of service, logbook, vehicle inspections, load inspections, and securing load. To include utilizing electronic logging device (paper logs when needed), on board vehicle tracking system in efficient manner.nnOperate a tractor and trailer in a legal/safe manner consistent with all Federal, State and Local laws, regulations, and Company policies. To include the utilization of all on board safety features.nnComplete and submit all Company paperwork to include but not limited to manifest, bill of lading, proof of delivery pay envelopes, overage, shortage, damaged claims, and trip reports.nnComplete the physical process of loading and unloading animals, Moffett, trays, or product on and off trailer.nnComplete the physical process of unloading animals at farm using the Moffett to disperse animals into barns.nnComplete the physical process of cleaning trailer and/or trays before and after use and as needed to Company requirements.nnResponsible for seal integrity and the reporting of an accurate /verified case count and condition of product and/or animals during deliveries.nnMinimum EducationnnValid CDL LicensennHigh School Graduate or GEDnnExperience RequirementsnnREQUIRED:nn· Valid Class A CDL License.nn· Minimum Two years over the road Tractor/Trailer driving experience with Smithwaynn“chick delivery” and/or refrigerated trailers preferred.nnORnnOne Year over the road driving experience with degree from accredited driving school.nnExperience PreferrednnStrong communication skills.nnEnvironmental Factors and Physical RequirementsnnAble to drive a tractor with a trailer.nnAble to remain seated for extended periods of time up to the limits established by DOT regulations.nnAble to withstand bouncing and vibration from truck and road conditions.nnAble to lift boxes up to 100 pounds to load/unload animals and products.nnAble to operate, load, and unload Moffett.nnExposed to dust, animal excrement, pollen, and other allergens.nnExposed to fuel and oil spills and other chemicals.nnExposed to extreme temperatures (0-100 Degrees Fahrenheit), humidity, (0-100%) and noise (50db to 100 db)nnRequired to travel to customers, distributors, company facilities, farms and other remote locations and may remain away from for home for a period of time.nnCompensation DatannThis position has a target wage of $28.63 per hour and is eligible for comprehensive benefits, as well as relocation support, as applicable.nnPerdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.