CDL-A Driver Trainee: On‑Road Training & Benefits

McLane Company, Inc; Cordele (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Benefits

Paid holidays

401(k) Profit Sharing

Pet insurance

Maternity/paternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. in Cordele, GA is seeking a Trainee Component Driver. You will learn essential driver duties, including safe vehicle operation, loading/unloading, and on‑time delivery to various customer locations. Training with a Driver Trainer will cover regulatory compliance, routing, and using our DDH for delivery documentation. This entry‑level program emphasizes safety and customer service.

Qualifications

• Requires a Class A CDL and clean driving record.
• Elevated emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to read and interpret bills of lading and labels.
• Must be able to perform basic math for quantities.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Move tractor-trailer into position and attach trailer.
• Drive safely in compliance with laws and company policy.
• Inspect equipment before and after trips and log DOT inspections.
• Use Driver Delivery Handheld to document receipts and temperatures.
• Ride with Driver Trainer to learn regulations and driving techniques.
• Maintain driver logs and ensure timely, undamaged product delivery.
• Assist in unloading and delivering products to customers.
• Provide courteous service and manage customer credits as needed.

Skills

Safety awareness

Customer service

Communication

Reading comprehension

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

McLane Company, Inc. in Cordele, GA is seeking a Trainee Component Driver. You will learn essential driver duties, including safe vehicle operation, loading/unloading, and on‑time delivery to various customer locations. Training with a Driver Trainer will cover regulatory compliance, routing, and using our DDH for delivery documentation. This entry‑level program emphasizes safety and customer service.