JBS Carriers is a leading multi-state and regional truckload carrier specializing in refrigerated and non-refrigerated freight, including live haul (cattle, hogs and poultry), tankers, container chassis and grain hoppers.
Rest Up - Enjoy daily home time
Drive Strong - No freight's more reliable than food.
Make Gains - Starting Pay: $200 Daily
Driver Pay Rates
Driver Pay
Years of Experience | Daily Wage |
Less than 1 Year | $200 |
1 Year | $210 |
2 Years | $215 |
3 Years | $220 |
4 Years | $225 |
6+ years | $230 |
- Annually drivers average $61,500 with our top drivers earning $100,000+
- Orientation pay
- Lumper: paid by JBS. Some driver unload available but not mandatory
- Breakdown pay
Benefits & Bonuses
$2,000 RETENTION BONUS!!
- Health Benefits: medical, prescription, dental, and vision after 60 Days
- Rider Policy: available after 3 months
- Paid Holidays
- Bonuses: safety
- Simplified Orientation: Starts online and concludes at your local terminal
Up to a $3,100 bonus per driver referral:
- $50 every week of your referred driver's first year
- $500 bonus when your referred driver hits 3-months
Work & Route
- Main Driving Areas: Freight is primarily hauled between Pilgrim's plant operations within a 250-mile radius.
- Loads are hauled between plants, freezer locations, and local customers.
- Start Times: Vary by location
- Average Miles: 1,100/week
- Daily Home Time
- Hiring Area: Varies according to need at each plant location
- Plant Locations: Guntersville, AL; Canton, GA; Oakwood, GA
CDL-A Shuttle/Short-haul/Local Truck Driver Requirements:
- At least 21 years old
- CDL-A with 1 year tractor trailer experience
- Must have 48’-53' tractor trailer experience
- Mentor and Training programs are available for drivers with less than 1 year of experience
Take a closer look at JBS Carriers – we want to help you succeed!
LeadFlex Job ID: 13496
Post Date: 07/01/2026