CDL A Delivery Driver

About the Role

Drive for a company striving to be the ‘world’s most caring distribution company’ that serves Chick-fil-A® restaurants through safety, care, and excellence. As a CDL A driver at Chick-fil-A Supply in Kannapolis, you’ll work in an environment that fosters care for one another and provides opportunities for growth.

Chick-fil-A Supply is a wholly owned subsidiary of Chick-fil-A, Inc. and an innovative distribution service provider focused on understanding and meeting the unique needs of Chick-fil-A® restaurants. We provide a seamless delivery experience ensuring restaurants have the food and products they need, when they need them.

Schedule

Sunday through Friday, with a start time between 5pm and 8pm or until the work is done. All drivers receive two consecutive nights off every week, and everyone gets Saturday off. Generally, you’ll work between 40 to 45+ hours per week based on the routes available and the restaurants served.

Pay

Guaranteed minimum 40-hour pay between $1,500 to $1,800 per week based on driving experience. Overtime will be paid for hours worked over 40 hours per week.

Benefits

• Annual earnings plus an additional $22,000+ worth of benefits per year.
• Food and drinks provided: Free meals, snacks, and drinks as part of your workday.
• Generous Paid Time Off:
  • PTO: Accrue up to 3 weeks of PTO your first year with immediate access to 40 hours upon hire.
  • Wellness: 16 hours per year.
  • Holidays: 7 days per year and 1 floating holiday.
• Parental Leave: 4 weeks for New Parent Bonding Leave, plus Short-Term Disability benefits (if applicable).
• Health Insurance Options: A variety of health insurance options for medical, dental, and vision, including a no premium health insurance option for individuals and families.
• Retirement: 401(k) with 5% match for eligible employees.
• Education Investment Plan: $45,000 lifetime maximum benefit for continued education of eligible Team Members.
• Additional benefits to help you thrive in all areas of life, including emotional, social, physical, financial, and spiritual.

Equipment

• Tractor: Brand new Kenworth T680 automatic tractor with leather, air ride seats; truck GPS; rear and side view cameras when reversing.
• Trailer: 48” Great Dane featuring electric side lift gates with gutter guard and tandem lights over rear tires.
• Power Sleds: Battery-powered pallet jacks to easily move product into restaurants.
• Mobile Devices: Samsara devices, a mobile app that shows where to park and unload at each restaurant and ELD charging in the cab.
• In-House Maintenance Team: Onsite mechanics keep equipment running smoothly.

Responsibilities

Efficiency and Organization

• Make safe, timely deliveries within established restaurant delivery windows.
• Unload and stage product at 4-6 restaurants per shift.
• Complete all pickup and returns (e.g., pallets, carts, etc.) from restaurants, and properly submit paperwork.
• Upon return to the DC, assist in unloading the truck and putting away equipment (e.g., hand truck).

Safety First

• Keep vehicle clean and report maintenance issues.
• Operate within hours-of-service limits per the use of an electronic logging device (ELD).
• Maintain an acceptable Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) record.
• Follow all pre- and post-trip equipment inspection and DVIR reporting procedures.
• Routine audit of vehicle registration, permits, insurance, IFTA, and other required documents.
• Follow all policies and procedures in the FSMA regarding safe food transport.
• Have and maintain an acceptable MVR in compliance with DOT requirements.

Communication and Care

• Lead with care when connecting with everyone you encounter by exhibiting honor, dignity, and respect.
• Build relationships with Restaurant Operators to learn about best practices at each delivery location.
• Collaborate with team leaders before and after trips to assess unload time, delivery issues, continuous improvement initiatives, and other aspects of the job.

Additional Opportunities and Professional Development

• Other duties and growth opportunities may also be assigned.

Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED).

Driving Experience

• 1+ years Tractor/Trailer Experience.

DOT and Company Policy Requirements

• Meet all DOT (FMCSA) requirements.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Class A CDL License from the State of residence.
• Complete a D.O.T Application (Clearing House).
• Successfully pass MVR requirements for CDL and medical card, a drug test, and background check.
• No preventable D.O.T. recordable accidents within the past 3 years.
• No more than 2 of the same type of moving violations in the last 3 years; no more than 3 moving violations in past 3 years; no DUI/DWI convictions in past 10 years.
• Must live within 60 miles of this distribution center.

Physical Requirements

• Work in rotation through extreme temperatures (-10°F to 100°F) to maintain food safety requirements.
• Work is performed in all weather conditions and usually at night.
• Reach, bend, and stoop while lifting up to 65 pounds per case during most of your shift.
• Occasionally use mechanical assistance to move up to 2,000 pounds.
• Flexibility is needed during weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts according to business needs.

Travel

• 5% for Chick-fil-A Operator/market visits, supplier visits, and related conferences.

Language Proficiency

• Proficient in English (reading, writing, and speaking): Read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records.

Preferred Qualifications

• A safe, professional driver with a passion for customer service and prior food service (key drop) delivery experience.
• A team player who specializes in accurate and efficient deliveries.
• Not afraid to share ideas to help support continued innovation.
• Follow all company policies, laws, and regulations regarding commercial drivers with a CDL A License.