Your military experienceiswelcomed.Your leadership experienceisvalued.
We areactivelyhiring CDL Driversand encourageU.S. military veteransto apply.If you have driven heavy equipment, diesel trucks, tractor trailers, fuel vehicles, tactical vehicles, or other commercial motor vehicle equivalents, your experience can translate directly into this role.
This rolehas beendesignatedas a Veteran Priority postingin accordance withTyson Foods’ Veteran employment program. While open to all qualified applicants, candidates who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces may receive priority consideration through an expedited reviewvia our Veteran recruiting pathway.Please visitour Veteran Recruitment Landing Pageto learn more.
This requisition also serves as an active Veteran talent pipeline, allowing our recruiting team to proactively connect with Veterans whose skills align to current and future opportunities.
WhatYou’llDo
Drive andoperatea tractor trailer combination while monitoring the temperature of a refrigerated trailer
Ensure all required shipping documentation, including manifests, security seal sheets, bills of lading, shipping orders, freight bills, and related paperwork, is available for inspection andaccompanieseach shipment when delivered
Maintainrecordsrequiredfor compliance with State and Federal regulations, including driver logs, fuel purchases, mileage records, and other records required by law and company policy
Perform all dutiesin accordance withcompany policies and procedures whilecomplying withFederal, State, and local regulations for the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle
Represent Tyson Foods safely and professionally when interacting with customers and the public
Support transportation operations through Local, Regional, and Over-the-Road driving opportunities, depending on business needs and candidate qualifications
Consider Yard Driver opportunities when available to gainadditionalexperience and build toward future CDL driving roles
Work Environment
Tyson Foodsmaintainsits own fleet of Volvo, Freightliner, and Kenworth trucks
Equipment is wellmaintained, with trucks no more than four years old
Tyson Foods provides driver-focused equipment such as an APU, inverter, and refrigerator
Trucks are automatic transmission and governed at the posted speed limit, up to 70 mph
Work may include Local, Regional, Over-the-Road, or Yard Driver assignments depending on location, business needs, and experience level
Drivers mayoperatein a variety of settings, including highways, customer locations, distribution centers, terminals, truck yards, and loading dock areas
Work may include extended periods of driving, sitting, backing, coupling, uncoupling, inspecting equipment, and entering or exiting the tractor
Drivers may work around refrigerated trailers, moving equipment, shipping areas, and changing weather or road conditions
Safe driving, defensive driving, trip planning, communication,accuratedocumentation, and compliance with DOT and company requirements are essential
How Military Experience Fits
Your military experiencemaybe considered in lieu of some civilian experiencerequirements outlined belowYour Military driving experience will be considered when calculating compensationThe following are shown for guidance onlyas potential roles that would translate well toCDL driving opportunities Equivalent civilian experience will also be considered.
Motor Transport Operators, Vehicle Operators, or Motor Vehicle Operators
Tactical vehicle, tractor trailer, heavy truck, or fuel vehicle drivers
Convoy drivers, convoy leaders, transportation section leaders, or dispatch support personnel
Petroleum, oil, lubricant, or fuel distribution personnel with heavy vehicle operating experience
Equipment Operators who haveoperatedheavy wheeled vehicles, construction equipment, or transport vehicles
Logistics, supply, movement control, or transportation personnel with documented vehicle operation responsibilities
Service members who held a military driver’s license or operated vehicles comparable to commercial motor vehicles
Military personnel with experience completing vehicle inspections, trip documentation, safety checks, dispatch paperwork, load securement, or regulated transportation activities
Relevant Backgrounds May Include (Not Required):
Army 88M Motor Transport Operator, 92F Petroleum Supply Specialist, 14T Patriot Launching Station Enhanced Operator or Maintainer
Air Force 2T1X1 Vehicle Operations, 2F0X1 Fuels, 3E2X1 Pavements and Construction Equipment
Navy: EO Equipment Operator, CM Construction Mechanic, LS Logistics Specialist with documented transportation or vehicle operation experience
Marine Corps 3531 Motor Vehicle Operator, 3521 Automotive Maintenance Technician, 1391 Bulk Fuel Specialist with documented heavy vehicle or fuel transport experience
Requirements(Must Haves)
Valid CDL-A license in good standingin state of residence
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)
Pay Range/Rate:
Incentives:
Annual Incentive Plan:
No
Long-Term Incentive Plan:
No
Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.
Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson’s total compensation package.
Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member’s relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.
Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
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