CDL A Trainee - CDL A required

Get paid to train and build your CDL-A career with McLane, a leader in supply chain and distribution for over 130 years. As a CDL-A Driver Trainee, you’ll receive paid training, hands-on coaching, and support to become a successful McLane Driver.

Benefits

• Drivers earn $80,000 to $90,000; experienced drivers can make $100,000+
• $3,000 referral bonus
• Team routes averaging 20-24 hours
• Day 1 benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company-paid life insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more

Responsibilities

• Train alongside experienced McLane Driver Trainers to learn every aspect of the role
• Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and handle lines to secure
• Operate truck safely in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies
• Inspect tractor-trailer equipment for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection report
• Operate Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH), document delivery receipts, product temperatures, and exceptions
• Inspect trailer to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport
• Ride and train with Driver Trainer to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations
• Maintain driver log (Manual or PeopleNet) according to DOT regulations
• Assist the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product into customer premises
• Provide customer service including on-time delivery of undamaged product, product returns, and issuing valid customer credits
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Possess a Class A CDL
• At least 21 years of age
• Meet McLane’s MVR and risk rating qualifications
• Meet eligibility requirements in the McLane Transfer and Promotion Policy
• Ability and willingness to select, load, unload, and deliver all products ordered by McLane customers
• Read and comprehend labels, instructions, and bills of lading
• Perform mathematical calculations to verify product quantities
• Communicate effectively with customers, management, and teammates
• Safely drive a tractor-trailer, use a 2-wheeled dolly, ramp, and onboard PeopleNet devices
• Ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks safely and effectively