CDL-A Driver Trainee: Paid Training & Strong Earning Potential

MBM Corporation; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

McLane in Minnesota is hiring a CDL-A Driver Trainee. This hands-on training position prepares you for a full Driver role, with day-one benefits and paid training. During training you will learn to maneuver, inspect, and deliver product while adhering to DOT regulations.

Pay ranges from $75,000 to $88,000 after training, with a potential top earnings over $100,000 and a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Local and regional routes, early evening dispatch, and a comprehensive benefits package help you build a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Possess a Class A CDL.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Must meet McLane's MVR and risk rating qualifications.
• Meet eligibility requirements in the McLane Transfer and Promotion Policy.
• Ability and willingness to select/load/unload and/or deliver ALL products that may be ordered by McLane customers.
• 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 2‑wheeled dolly, ramp, and on board PeopleNet devices.
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job‑related tasks effectively and safely.

Responsibilities

• This is a hands‑on training opportunity designed to prepare you for a full Driver position with McLane.
• You’ll train alongside experienced McLane Driver Trainers to learn every aspect of the role, including:
• Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and handle lines to secure.
• Operates truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Inspect tractor‑trailer equipment for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection report indicating condition.
• Operates Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH), document delivery receipts/product temperatures and exceptions. Inspects trailer to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport of product.
• Rides and trains with Driver Trainer of tractor‑trailer to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations and observing the Driver's skill in starting engine properly, approaching intersections, making turns, backing, parking, and maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises.
• Maintain driver log (Manual or PeopleNet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.
• Assists the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product into customer premises.
• Provides customer service including on‑time delivery of undamaged product, product returns and issuing valid customer credits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A

Age 21+

MVR criteria

Read labels/bills

Math calculations

Team communication

Safe driving

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

McLane in Minnesota is hiring a CDL-A Driver Trainee. This hands-on training position prepares you for a full Driver role, with day-one benefits and paid training. During training you will learn to maneuver, inspect, and deliver product while adhering to DOT regulations.

Pay ranges from $75,000 to $88,000 after training, with a potential top earnings over $100,000 and a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Local and regional routes, early evening dispatch, and a comprehensive benefits package help you build a