CDL A Delivery Driver

US Foods; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

High earning potential

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

US Foods in Weyers Cave, VA is seeking a CDL A Delivery Driver to safely deliver products, navigate highways and docks, and support customers with reliable service.

Qualifications include a valid CDL A, FMCSA Clearinghouse registration, and 6+ months of driving experience. The role offers a $10,000 retention bonus for eligible new hires and a base rate of $15.95–$45.00 per hour with overtime and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have valid CDL Class A issued by the state of residence with necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications.
• Register to FMCSA Clearinghouse, as required by DOT.
• Minimum 6 months commercial driving experience (any industry) OR 3 months in food/beverage delivery.

Responsibilities

• Safe Driving: Deliver products to customers in a timely and safe manner
• Unloading: 100% touch freight using two-wheeler, ramp, or by hand
• Delivery Verification: Verify deliveries with customers and secure signatures
• Customer Service: Provide professional service to enhance customer experience
• Equipment Inspection: Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections to uphold safety standards
• Account Management: Handle collections and payments when applicable
• Adaptability: All other duties assigned by management

Skills

CDL A

FMCSA Clearinghouse

English communication

Job description

Become A US FOODS® CDL A Delivery Driver

Advance your career in the foodservice industry with US Foods! Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package along with a strong safety culture that supports your success.

Retention Bonus!

$10,000 retention bonus for eligible new hires!

Top performers may earn up to $100,000 annually.

Schedule & Location

Days of the week | 4:30 AM– Completion | Weyers Cave, VA

CDL A Delivery Driver – Position Overview

Join us in delivering more than just food; we deliver trust, reliability, and a promise of excellence. You’ll safely navigate the highway and city streets, back into tight docks, and unload with precision. The CDL A Delivery Driver role goes beyond simply transporting goods - it’s about perfecting the craft of delivery, earning trust mile by mile, and serving as a vital link to our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Safe Driving : Deliver products to our customers in a timely and safe manner
• Unloading: Skillfully unload products efficiently using a two-wheeler, ramp, or by hand, placing them in the designated storage areas – 100% touch freight
• Delivery Verification: Verify deliveries with customers & secure signatures
• Customer Service: Provide professional service to enhance customer experience
• Equipment Inspection: Conduct pre- & post-trip inspections to uphold safety standards
• Account Management: Handle collections and payments when applicable
• Adaptability: All other duties assigned by management

Physical Requirements

• Lift/carry/push/pull 20 to 80+ lbs. of product repetitively during each shift required
• Working in inclement weather conditions with frequent stops (10+ per shift) required

Qualifications

• Register to the FMCSA Clearinghouse*
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have valid CDL Class A issued by the state of legal residence with necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications
• Minimum 6-months commercial driving experience (any industry) OR 3-months commercial driving experience in the food and/or beverage delivery industry required
• Ability to operate manual transmission preferred; may be required in specific locations
• Must be able to read and communicate in the English language - able to hold a conversation, to understand highway traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and to enter information on reports and records

About US FOODS®

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Registering to the FMCSA Clearinghouse is a requirement by the Department of Transportation. All Drivers are required to visit the Clearinghouse website and register to the new database. The Clearinghouse is a secure online database that provides real-time information about commercial driver’s license (CDL) and commercial learner’s permit (CLP) holders’ drug and alcohol program violations. If you have not registered to the FMCSA database, please note registration is required. Please visit FMCSA Clearinghouse and click GO to login. If you are able to login, but are having trouble with the Clearinghouse registration, see “Clearinghouse Help” field on the clearinghouse page.

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $15.95/hr and $45.00/hr.

As applicable, this role may also receive: overtime compensation, retention bonus, component pay (i.e., based on cases, mileage, stops).

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.

***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***

***EOE– Race/Color/Religion/Sex/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/** Age/Genetic Information **/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***