--- title: OTR CDL TRuck Driver at Tyson Foods in Joplin, MO description: Tyson Foods is hiring for the OTR CDL TRuck Driver role in Joplin, MO. Pays $1.2K–$2K per week. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/otr-cdl-truck-driver-at-tyson-foods-01a0ed81-76d7-70a0-8451-d4bddde60033 date: 2026-11-15T19:16:20Z og_description: Join Tyson Foods as OTR CDL TRuck Driver in Joplin, MO. Pays $1.2K–$2K per week. Per-diem role. Requires 1+ year of experience. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/pzroqm.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Tyson Foods](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/tyson-foods?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Joplin, MO | | **Salary** | $1.2K/wk - $2K/wk | | **Type** | Per Diem | | **Posted** | Nov 15, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Tyson Foods. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Tyson Foods. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $36,000 – $79,000 a year (median $59,000). ## Description CDL DRIVER - OTR DESCRIPTION If you're looking for consistent freight and flexible home time, then Tyson Foods just may be the company for you. Our CDL-A drivers are the face of Tyson Foods, a Fortune 100 company, and key contributors to our success. This OTR driver position is responsible for transporting Tyson Foods' products in a safe, professional and timely manner to our facilities, distribution centers and customers. Tyson offers a comprehensive and highly competitive compensation package, benefits, per diem options, 401K match, 9 paid holidays, and paid vacation. This position delivers Tyson products to customers across all 48 states with aN average of 12-14days on the road. This position provides flexible home time based on business and driver needs. TASK Driving and operating a tractor trailer combination while monitoring the temperature of a refrigerated trailer Ensure that all shipping documentation (i.e., manifest, security seal sheet, bills of lading, shipping orders or freight bills, etc.) required to move with shipments is available for inspection and that appropriate paperwork accompanies shipment when delivered. Maintain records required for compliance with State and Federal regulations including driver's logs, records of fuel purchases, mileage records, and other records required by law and the company. Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations for the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle. Safe and Profession representation of the company to the customers and the public. Pay Range: 1250.00-2000.00 per_week, General Benefits: CDL-A Solo Truck Driver Jobs with Tyson Offer: - Pay Range: $1,250- $2,000 per week - New Pay Package! - 3rd Week of Vacation at 5th Anniversary - Tenure Incentive:$0.01-$0.05 per mile based on milestone - 401(k) Plan with Company Match- Eligible after one year - Day One Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage - Life, AD&D & Disability Insurance- At no cost, with optional additional coverage - Telemedicine & Mental Health Resources- For you and your family - Paid Time Off- Vacation and holidays - Paid Parental Leave- Up to 8 weeks for primary caregivers, 2 weeks for secondary caregivers - Family Building Support- Fertility coverage, adoption assistance, and learning disability support - Tuition Assistance - Up to $5250 annually in tuition assistance for degrees and certificates - Professional Development- Language courses, business certifications, and more - Assigned trucks - Company matching stock purchase plan - No Touch Freight - Drop pay for all drops - Safety Bonuses CDL-A Solo Truck Driver Jobs with Tyson Offer: - Pay Range: $1,250- $2,000 per week - New Pay Package! - 3rd Week of Vacation at 5th Anniversary - Tenure Incentive:$0.01-$0.05 per mile based on milestone - 401(k) Plan with Company Match- Eligible after one year - Day One Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage - Life, AD&D & Disability Insurance- At no cost, with optional additional coverage - Telemedicine & Mental Health Resources- For you and your family - Paid Time Off- Vacation and holidays - Paid Parental Leave- Up to 8 weeks for primary caregivers, 2 weeks for secondary caregivers - Family Building Support- Fertility coverage, adoption assistance, and learning disability support - Tuition Assistance - Up to $5250 annually in tuition assistance for degrees and certificates - Professional Development- Language courses, business certifications, and more - Assigned trucks - Company matching stock purchase plan - No Touch Freight - Drop pay for all drops - Safety Bonuses CDL-A Solo Truck Driver Requirements - Valid CDL-A in the state of residence - Age 21 and over - 9 months recent or 1 year verifiable CDL-A tractor-trailer experience within the last 3 years - Able to pass a D.O.T. physical examination and drug screening, including hair test - Able to pass a road test - No preventable accidents resulting in a fatality, or rollover within the last 3 years - Twelve (12) points or less on the Tyson Evaluations System as pertains to accidents, incidents and moving violations - No DUI or DWI conviction in a commercial motor vehicle or in a personal vehicle in the last eight (8) years - Must not have DOT Drug Alcohol Violation within past 3 years ## Skills - Regulatory Compliance - Special Needs Education - Shipping Documentation - Inspection - Refrigerated Freight - Driving Examinations - Physical Examination - Commercial Driver's License - Human Resources - Driving ## Benefits - Financial Aid/Assistance - Professional Development - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - Parental Leave - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 401(k) Plans - Child/Elder Care ## Related - [More jobs at Tyson Foods](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/tyson-foods?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Logistics & Transportation jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/logistics-and-transportation?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Truck & Bus Driving jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/logistics-and-transportation/truck-and-bus-driving?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [CDL Driver jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/logistics-and-transportation/truck-and-bus-driving/cdl-driver?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Food and Beverage Manufacturing](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/manufacturing/food-and-beverage-manufacturing?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 50760 jobs - [Missouri](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/missouri?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 50050 jobs - [Tyson Foods](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/tyson-foods?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 852 jobs - [Joplin, MO](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/missouri/joplin?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 832 jobs ## Related pages - [Food and Beverage Manufacturing](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/manufacturing/food-and-beverage-manufacturing?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 50760 jobs - [Missouri](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/missouri?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 50050 jobs - [Tyson Foods](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/tyson-foods?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 852 jobs - [Joplin, MO](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/missouri/joplin?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 832 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)