CDL A Delivery Driver

Phase2 Technology; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits start day one

Profit sharing & 401(k)

Emergency child and elder care

Company internals promoted from within

Job summary

Gordon Food Service is hiring CDL A Delivery Drivers for local routes in the Knoxville area. You will deliver food products to restaurants, schools, hospitals, and more, with home-time every day. Expect to unload up to 350 lbs using a two-wheeler, and operate safely under DOT guidelines.

The role offers day-one benefits, weekly pay, and profit sharing with 401(k) matching. Drivers enjoy steady routes, paid travel, and opportunities for advancement within the company.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid CDL Class A license at hire or within 90 days.
• Ability to unload with up to 350 pounds using a two-wheeler.
• Clean driving record; pass a drug test per DOT standards.
• Must be registered with the DOT Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and provide electronic consent.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food products to customers on local routes.
• Unload cases and manage loading equipment (ramp, two-wheeler).
• Maintain safe driving practices and ensure timely deliveries.
• Follow DOT regulations and Gordon Food Service policies.

Skills

Safe driving

Drug test compliance

Background check

DOT regulations

Electronic consent

Education

CDL Class A license

Job description

CDL A Delivery Driver

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...

Location

: 4815 N. Broadway St. Knoxville, TN

Do you have a passion for driving? Are you looking for more home time? Picture yourself as a delivery driver with Gordon Food Service! In this position, you will be building relationships with customers while delivering food products essential to restaurants, schools, hospitals, universities, and more. Day shifts and local routes mean you'll be home every day. You'll be required to unload cases up to 100 lbs, and you'll be using a ramp and two-wheeler throughout your shift. Feel safe and secure at a company that values and respects you. Newly licensed drivers are encouraged to apply!

Check out what some of our drivers have to say about working with Gordon Food Service

Schedule

: Monday-Friday. Start time 3 AM-5 AM until route finish

Pay

: Drivers average $75,000 - $95,000/year

• Daily base pay, plus component pay
• Paid for every mile driven, stop made, and case delivered

Total Rewards at GFS

• Affordable benefits plans start day one!
• Weekly pay
• Wellness reimbursement
• Profit sharing & 401(k) with company match
• Emergency child and elder care
• 95% of leadership is hired from within GFS - start your career here!

• Stability - you're guaranteed a route and paid weekly

Does this look like you?

• At least 21 years of age
• Class A CDL License at hire or within 90 days of start date
• Ability to operate a two-wheel cart with loads of up to 350 pounds
• Successfully pass a drug test that will assess drug usage (including marijuana) and a background check
• Clean driving record; as required by DOT and Gordon Food Service standards
• You must be registered through the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and provide electronic consent in order to be considered for employment with us effective January 6th, 2020.

Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply

Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [e-mail] and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line.

All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco‑free.

Gordon Food Service is a drug‑free workplace and conducts pre‑employment drug tests.