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Utility Equipment CDL DRIVER - Day Shift

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Location: Gainesville, GA, United States
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Category: Driving

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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 DRIVER! Pilgrim’s offers an excellent benefits and compensation package.

 

Summary of Opening:

 Hours: 6am - 2pm, Monday thru Friday, and Saturdays on an as needed basis.

 Pay: starting at $26 per hour

The Utility driver is responsible for transporting equipment from the plant to the shop, and farms. The driver is responsible for performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections. The driver is responsible for loading the trailer. The driver will safely deliver the equipment and help unload on-site.

The individual selected for this position will be responsible for driving a truck from the plant to and from various grower’s farms throughout the area delivering equipment. 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:

  1. Must successfully complete the probationary/trial period.
  2. Must have excellent attendance habits.
  3. Will load trucks
  4. Must be able to drive large trucks in all types of weather
  5. Must be able to lift/push 100+ lbs.
  6. Must have a valid CDL Class A license, a good driving record, a drug-free record and must pass a DOT physical.
  7. Must have 12 months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience within the previous ten years.
  8. Vision correctable to 20/20.
  9. Must possess good decision making ability.
  10. Good work ethics and able to work as a team with other drivers and employees.
  11. Able to work in hot and dusty environments.
  12.  Work any scheduled holidays. Sometimes we do work weekends if needed.
  13. Must have the ability to operate manual CMV

EXPECTATIONS – all Team Members

·Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.

·Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

·Working knowledge of driving and traffic rules. 

·Appropriate skill to drive a truck safely

·Ability to follow both written and verbal directions

·Ability to communicate effectively with others in a manner that maintains harmony with co-workers

·Considerable ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

·Considerable ability to work under dusty adverse conditions.

·Valid Class A Driver’s license and acceptable driving record according to Company Policy

·       Must be able to operate a manual CMV


EOE, including disability/vets

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