Local Truck Driver

Lew Thompson & Son Trucking is seeking a Local Truck Driver for a dedicated route hauling refrigerated and live poultry freight. Based near Harrison, Arkansas, you'll run consistent local lanes with steady freight and regular home time. Operate late-model equipment, complete pre/post-trip inspections, and follow all DOT and company safety policies. You'll communicate closely with a supportive operations and dispatch team, ensure on-time pickups and deliveries, and provide professional service to major poultry producers while working in a family-oriented, safety-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a commercial truck on dedicated local routes hauling refrigerated and live poultry loads
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete required DOT documentation
• Ensure on-time pickup and delivery to regional poultry producers and facilities
• Secure and monitor temperature-controlled and live-haul freight according to company and customer standards
• Follow all DOT, safety, and company policies while maintaining a clean driving record
• Communicate with dispatch and operations for load details, schedule changes, and issues
• Perform basic truck and trailer checks, reporting maintenance needs promptly
• Provide professional, courteous service to customers and facility personnel
• Accurately complete logs, bills of lading, and delivery paperwork
• Support a safety-focused, family-oriented culture through reliable and consistent performance

Required Skills

• CDL Class A truck driving
• Vehicle inspection and basic troubleshooting
• Refrigerated (reefer) trailer operation
• Logbook/E-logs and DOT documentation
• Load securement and cargo handling
• Route planning and time management
• Knowledge of FMCSA/DOT safety regulations
• Backing and maneuvering in tight spaces
• Customer communication and service
• Hazard awareness and defensive driving