CDL Driver - Chick Delivery

Pilgrim's is a leading global food company with over 62,000 team members worldwide, recognized for its extensive operations in processing, preparing, packaging, and delivering fresh, frozen, and value-added food products to customers in more than 100 countries. The company maintains a significant presence with protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities spread across 14 states in the United States, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, and continental Europe. With a commitment to excellence, Pilgrim's core mission is to be the best in all aspects of its business by delivering superior products and services to customers, maintaining trusted relationships with suppliers, ensuring profitability for shareholders, and fostering better futures for all its team members. Pilgrim’s core values encompass availability, determination, discipline, humility, ownership, simplicity, and sincerity. These values underpin its operational philosophy and create a work environment that values safety, respect, and continuous growth.

The Hatchery Chick Delivery Driver role at Pilgrim's embodies the company's dedication to safety and operational efficiency. The position involves the safe and timely transport of live chicks from company hatcheries to various destinations, ensuring the integrity and health of the birds throughout the delivery process. The driver is responsible for operating commercial hauling equipment, primarily class A tractor trailers, requiring skilled handling to maintain product quality and adhere to stringent biosecurity and transportation regulations. This role demands regular coordination with hatchery staff, live production teams, and farm personnel to guarantee accurate deliveries, proper documentation, and effective communication concerning farm conditions and load specifics.

Working at Pilgrim’s as a Hatchery Chick Delivery Driver not only requires technical skills in truck operation but also an acute awareness of safety protocols, teamwork, and environmental cleanliness. Drivers conduct routine equipment inspections, report maintenance needs, and uphold cleanliness standards in their work areas to foster a safe and efficient operational environment. The role follows a typical work schedule from Monday to Friday, excluding Wednesday, beginning around 6 a.m. and working through until the designated loads are completed, often spanning 10 to 12-hour days. Pilgrim’s offers competitive compensation starting at $30 per hour, along with benefits like vision, medical, and dental coverage after 60 days, paid vacation, 401(k) company match programs, and strong support for career development through continuous learning opportunities.

Pilgrim's commitment to safety extends to thorough background checks, drug and alcohol testing, and verification of employment eligibility, ensuring a secure workplace for all team members. This position is an excellent opportunity for experienced commercial drivers who possess a valid Class A CDL and a dedication to excellence and safety in transportation to join a reputable and globally recognized food company that values its employees’ growth and well-being.