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JBS Carriers is a prominent multi-state and regional truckload carrier specializing in the transportation of both refrigerated and non-refrigerated freight. This includes specialized cargo such as live haul involving cattle, hogs, and poultry, as well as tankers, container chassis, and grain hoppers. The company operates across various regions, providing essential freight transportation services that contribute to the supply chain of numerous industries. With a reputation built on reliability and service excellence, JBS Carriers plays a critical role in ensuring the timely and safe delivery of goods, particularly focusing on live animal transport and perishable food products which require careful handling. The company places a strong focus on the well-being of its drivers by offering attractive employment opportunities that include competitive pay and daily home time, supporting a healthy work-life balance.

The role of CDL A Drivers at JBS Carriers offers exciting local and short-haul runs with the benefit of daily home time, making it ideal for drivers seeking consistent schedules and family time. Drivers have the opportunity to earn between $75,000 and $92,000 per year, with pay structures that reward performance through load-based earnings averaging $1,500 weekly. The compensation package includes additional financial incentives such as paid wait time during loading and unloading, orientation pay, and a $5,000 retention bonus. This position is especially appealing to those interested in specialty freight like live cattle hauling, where safety and humane handling of livestock are paramount. Drivers are expected to coordinate with dispatch, plants, and feed lots ensuring all operational details are managed effectively.

JBS Carriers provides a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health and long-term financial security. Benefits include vision, medical, and dental coverage starting after 60 days of employment, paid sick leave, six company-observed holidays, and a 401(k) program with company matching that grows more valuable with tenure. Additional perks include a rider policy after three months, offering the chance for loved ones to accompany drivers, and monthly safety bonuses to encourage careful and responsible driving. Orientation is simplified with a combination of online and in-person training aimed at setting drivers up for success.

Work schedules at JBS Carriers typically run Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays and early morning start times ranging from 2 to 6 AM until 3 PM or later. Drivers mainly operate within local feed yard regions requiring strong communication skills and precise coordination with various stakeholders. The role also demands a commitment to the highest standards of animal welfare when hauling livestock, ensuring that drivers are not only skilled operators but also caretakers in transit.

JBS Carriers welcomes experienced CDL A drivers as well as those newer to the profession by offering mentoring and training programs. Drivers must be at least 21 years old and possess at least one year of tractor-trailer experience including 48’ to 53’ trailers. The company’s supportive environment and robust compensation and benefits make it a top choice for professional truck drivers seeking stable, rewarding careers in the trucking industry.