CDL Driver Veteran Pathway

Your military experienceiswelcomed.Your leadership experienceisvalued.

We areactivelyhiringCDL 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 aVeteran 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 receivepriority consideration through an expedited reviewvia our Veteran recruiting pathway.Please visitour Veteran Recruitment Landing Pageto learn more.

This requisition also serves as anactive Veteran talent pipeline allowing our recruiting team to proactively connect with Veterans whose skills align to current and future opportunities.

WhatYoullDo

• 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

• Maintainrecordsfor 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 communicationaccuratedocumentation and compliance with DOT and company requirements are essential

How Military Experience Fits

Your military experiencemaybe considered in lieu of some civilian experiencerequirements outlined below.Your Military driving experience will be considered when calculating compensation.The 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 drivers 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