CDL-A Driver Trainee: Launch Your Trucking Career

McLane Company, Inc.; California (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking candidates for a Trainee Component Driver position in California (Ontario).

You will learn essential driving functions, including distribution to customer locations, while gaining exposure to warehouse operations as part of the development path to becoming a Driver. Responsibilities include safe driving, pre/post trip inspections, loading/unloading assistance, and delivering product with a focus on on-time, undamaged deliveries and customer service.

Qualifications

• 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 to 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 dolly, ramp, and on board PeopleNet devices.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for task performance and safety.

Responsibilities

• Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and secure lines.
• Operate truck safely in compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Inspect equipment for defects and submit DOT inspection reports.
• Document delivery receipts, temperatures and exceptions.
• Ride with Driver Trainer to learn driving regulations and skills.
• Maintain driver logs according to DOT regulations.
• Assist in unloading and delivering product to customer premises.
• Provide on-time delivery of undamaged product and handle returns and credits.

Skills

Safety awareness

Customer service

Communication

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Class A CDL

Job description

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking candidates for a Trainee Component Driver position in California (Ontario).

You will learn essential driving functions, including distribution to customer locations, while gaining exposure to warehouse operations as part of the development path to becoming a Driver. Responsibilities include safe driving, pre/post trip inspections, loading/unloading assistance, and delivering product with a focus on on-time, undamaged deliveries and customer service.