Driver, Trainee Component

About the role

The Driver, Trainee Component position is designed to learn the essential functions of the Driver job, including accurate and timely product distribution to various customer locations. Additionally, Trainees gain exposure to warehouse and other operational functions as part of their development.

Responsibilities

• Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and handle lines to secure.
• Operate truck in a safe manner 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 indicating condition.
• Operate Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH), document delivery receipts/product temperatures and exceptions.
• Inspect trailer to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport of product.
• Ride and train with Driver Trainer to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations and observing proper engine starting, turning, backing, parking, and maneuvering.
• Maintain driver log (Manual or PeopleNet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.
• 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Possess a Class A CDL.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Meet eligibility requirements in the McLane Transfer and Promotion Policy.
• Ability and willingness to select/load/unload and/or deliver ALL products that may be ordered by McLane customers.
• Read and comprehend labels, instructions, and bills of lading.
• Perform mathematical calculations to verify quantities of product.
• Communicate with customers, management, and other teammates.
• Safely drive a tractor-trailer, use a 2-wheeled dolly, ramp, and on board PeopleNet devices.

Benefits

• Pay Rate: $75,000 to $95,000 after training.
• 4 Nights a week - Dispatch times start at 5PM.
• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid holidays, earn 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!