CDL-A Delivery Driver

Vistar; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotels paid

Per diem

Phone allowance

Safety bonuses

Job summary

Vistar is seeking CDL-A delivery drivers to transport food and related products to customers across intrastate and interstate routes. You will operate tractor trailers or straight trucks, ensure on-time delivery, and maintain professional interactions with customers.

Responsibilities include safety checks, securing loads, completing paperwork, and adhering to DOT regulations while supporting a team-driven, safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• 6 Months - 1 Year Commercial driving experience.
• Foodservice distribution industry experience.
• Onboard computer and electronic log system experience (i.e., PeopleNet).
• Hand-held point of delivery scanning system experience (i.e., POD).
• Customer service-related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor trailer or straight truck delivering food products in DOT-compliant manner.
• Communicate professionally with customers, vendors and coworkers.
• Perform safety checks and inspections per DOT regulations.
• Ensure freight is loaded, secured, and paperwork is complete.
• Maintain daily logs and hours of service as required.
• Uphold safety standards and assist team as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Safety minded

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

PeopleNet

POD handheld scanner

Job description

Job Description

• Hotels paid, per diem and phone allowance
• 3-5 am start times, 4–5-day work week, 8-12 hr days
• 80% pallet drops w/electric jacks and liftgates
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Quarterly & yearly safety bonuses

• $33.50 to $35.50 an hour
• Possible 1-2 overnights per week
• Hotels paid, per diem and phone allowance
• 3-5 am start times, 4–5-day work week, 8-12 hr days
• No weekends or Holidays.
• 80% pallet drops w/electric jacks and liftgates
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience
• Quarterly & yearly safety bonuses

We Deliver the Goods

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more.
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system.
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

Position Purpose

Food and food service delivery Drivers fulfill a critical role in the country's food supply chain. Our delivery drivers not only make sure the customers' products arrive at their destination at the arranged times and in good condition, but they are the face of our company – building lasting relationships with our customers! The CDL-A Driver is responsible for driving a tractor trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight and drive and drop routes for the purpose of delivering and/or unloading food and food related products to customers in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Job Functions

Major Functional Responsibilities

• Perform all required safety check (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspect tractor/truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed. Report all safety issues and/or repairs required.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies. Immediately report any and all safety hazards.
• Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight. Perform count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded. Check and complete in an accurate and in legible fashion all required paperwork associated with freight. Move tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
• Ensure that tractor, trailer and freight are appropriately locked and/or secured at all times. Unload damaged goods and customer returns and bring to the driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork and procedures at end of shift. Unload all equipment, materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Complies with daily record-keeping and hours of service requirements, adhering to DOT, state, and company policies.
• Upholds overall safety standards and follows guidelines for the proper handling of freight throughout the delivery process
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Qualifications

Required Education:

• High School Diploma/GED or

Equivalent Experience Required

Work Experience:

• 6 Months - 1 Year Commercial driving experience
• Foodservice distribution industry experience
• Onboard computer and electronic log system experience (i.e., PeopleNet)
• Hand-held point of delivery scanning system experience (i.e., POD)
• Customer service-related work experience

Compensation

$33.50 to $35.50 an hour