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.

Pay

• Drivers make $80,000 to $90,000 after training.
• Experienced drivers can earn $100,000+.
• $3,000 referral bonus.
• Team routes average 20-24 hours.

Benefits

• 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, and tuition reimbursement.

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 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.
• Perform 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/or deliver all products ordered by McLane customers.
• Read and comprehend labels, instructions, and bills of lading.
• Perform mathematical calculations to verify quantities of product.
• 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.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.