CDL-A Truck Driver - Home Daily

JBS Carriers is a prominent multi-state and regional truckload carrier known for its specialization in transporting refrigerated and non-refrigerated freight. The company is a key player in the logistics and transportation industry with a strong focus on live haul freight, which includes the careful and humane transportation of cattle, hogs, and poultry. Additionally, their services extend to tankers, container chassis, and grain hoppers, making JBS Carriers a versatile carrier serving a wide range of freight needs. The company prides itself on providing well-paying truck driving opportunities that emphasize daily home time, attracting drivers who value both competitive compensation and work-life balance. As one of the leading carriers in the industry, JBS Carriers operates with a commitment to reliability, safety, and professionalism, supporting drivers with comprehensive benefits and performance incentives. The employment opportunity at JBS Carriers is designed for CDL A drivers seeking local and short-haul runs with a home-daily schedule, allowing them to enjoy the benefits of regular home time while pursuing a rewarding career on the road.

This role offers drivers the chance to earn between $75,000 and $92,000 per year, with pay based on load performance and wait time during loading and unloading. Drivers receive an average of $1,500 per week and are also compensated for wait time at the dock and during orientation. The company extends a generous $5,000 retention bonus as part of its commitment to supporting long-term drivers. Health benefits including vision, medical, and dental coverage become available after 60 days of employment, alongside paid sick leave and six company-observed holidays. JBS Carriers also offers a 401(k) retirement plan featuring up to a 50% match on the first 4% of employee contributions, with the company matching begining after one year and following a five-year vesting schedule. For those who need it, a rider policy is available after three months, although pets are not allowed. Orientation for new drivers starts online and finishes at a local terminal, offering a simplified and accessible onboarding process. Monthly safety bonuses and a referral bonus program provide additional financial incentives to drivers engaging with the company.

The job schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays and early morning start times between 2 AM and 6 AM, finishing at around 3 PM or later. Drivers are assigned routes within various local feed yards, transporting live cattle with the utmost care. Beyond just driving, the role requires coordination with plants, dispatch, and feed lots, as well as ensuring the safe and humane handling of livestock. The position mandates daily home time, supporting work-life balance for drivers. To qualify, candidates must be at least 21 years old, possess a CDL-A license with at least one year experience driving tractor trailers, and have experience with 48’ to 53’ tractor trailers. JBS Carriers also offers mentorship and training programs for drivers with less than one year of experience to foster growth and safety. Overall, this position offers a lucrative and fulfilling opportunity for motivated truck drivers seeking stable local work and excellent benefits with a reputable carrier.