• Hatchery CDL Driver

    Pilgrim's (Athens, GA)


    Description

    _About Pilgrim’s_

     

    Pilgrim’s is a leading global provider of high-quality food products, including well-recognized brands and value-added premium products. 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. It’s our passion for excellence that continues to drive us to be the best, and we seek opportunities to diversify and grow.

     

    At Pilgrim’s, we give you the tools you need to discover your perfect career match, and the freedom and support to take your career to the next level. It is our goal to be your employer of choice and provide you with the opportunity for a better future!

     

    Pilgrim’s wants **_YOU_** to join our **_Pilgrim’s Family_** as a **_Hatchery DRIVER_** **!** Pilgrim’s offers an excellent benefits and compensation package.

     

    _Summary of Opening:_

    EGG TRUCK DRIVER

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Pick up eggs from each grower farm twice a week and keep consistent schedule for each farm

    • Loading and unloading of eggs

    • Truck should be unloaded, washed, and disinfected by end of each day

     

    _The typical schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday starting around 6am until done hauling designated loads. Typically, a 10 to 12-hour workday._

     

    _Works occasional Wednesdays for driver meetings and deep cleaning trailers._

     

    _Work all holidays that fall on weekdays except for Christmas._

     

    _The individual selected for this position will be responsible for driving a truck from the hatchery to and from various grower’s farms throughout the area. Successful applicants will also realize that they are representing Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation whenever they are driving a company vehicle, making sure to always follow the rules of the road._

    _Description of Duties/Qualifications:_

    + **_Must have a valid Class A CDL with a minimum of 12 months of verifiable tractor/trailer experience within the previous 36 months._**

    + **_Must have excellent attendance habits._**

    + _The nature of the position is very physical._

    + _You must be able to drive large trucks in all types of weather and have the ability to chain wheels, if needed._

    + _Must be able to lift/push 100+ lbs._

    + _Must have a valid CDL Class A license, a good driving record, a drug-free record and must pass a DOT physical._

    + _Vision correctable to 20/20._

    + _Must possess good decision-making ability._

    + _May also be required to do other Hatchery related jobs._

    + _Good work ethic and ability to work as a team with other drivers and Hatchery employees._

    + _Ability to work in hot and dusty environments._

    + _Normal workdays Monday – Tuesday, Thursday –Friday – work any scheduled holidays. Sometimes we do work on Saturdays if needed._

    + _Start times vary with seasons, normal start times are 5:30 to 7:30 am and finish work by 6:30 pm._

    + _Must be able to operate a manual CMV_

     

    EOE, including disability/vets.