Driver Trainee (CDL-A Permit) - SYGMA - Denver

Job Summary

Aid the driver in unloading products at customer locations as per customer invoices and company policies.

Primary Duties

• Unload product according to customer specifications and SYGMA delivery procedures at customer locations.
• Develop and establish good relationships with customers by providing excellent, courteous service.
• Learn route on current bid.
• Assist in all aspects of route paperwork.
• Works safely by following SYGMA’s Preferred Work Methods.
• Attend CDL School when scheduled.

Additional Duties That May Be Assigned

• Assist the driver in the pre-trip and coupling of equipment to ensure the vehicle is safe to operate.
• Affixes to ensure tandems are properly and safely locked out to meet any applicable laws for weight requirements.
• Provides assistance in routing with map reading and giving directions on route.
• Helps with situations involving low clearances, i.e., getting out of vehicle and directing driver under a low underpass to ensure proper clearance.
• Aids in delivery set up at the customer location, including all three compartments of the trailer, and ensures the proper setup is attained safely.
• Assists driver in backing situations by getting out of the truck and watching for hazards, communicates using hand signals or verbal communication.

Education & Experience

• A high school diploma/GED or equivalent in work experience is necessary.
• Previous food distribution and frozen food handling is preferred.

Physical Demands

• Work is medium to heavy in nature.
• Half the day is spent sitting in a tractor/trailer unit.
• Must be able to climb into trailer, lift 50 lb. boxes frequently, lift up to 75 lb. boxes occasionally, and move product on the 2-wheeler.
• You must be able to communicate clearly to customers.

Mental/Visual Demands

• You must be able to read at a distance close to the eyes and at arm’s length, with or without correction.
• You may be required to back/direct driver through hand signals or verbal communication.

Working Conditions

• Activities occur both inside (protection from weather conditions but not temperature changes) and outside.
• Position is subject to various roads, mechanical and electrical hazards.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED

• A two wheeled dolly.
• A pallet jack.

Licenses Or Certifications

• A valid driver’s license, CDL-A permit.