CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver

Sysco; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

7 paid holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401k and stock purchase plan

Job summary

SYGMA Illinois, part of Sysco, is seeking delivery drivers to transport and unload products from our warehouse to customer locations. The role involves operating a tractor-trailer, following safety and delivery procedures, and working an overnight schedule including weekends and holidays.

Compensation includes an average of $100,000 to $105,000 per year with top earners up to $150,000, plus paid training and a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), stock purchase plan).

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED/equivalent required; 1 year tractor trailer experience preferred.
• Completion of tractor trailer driving school acceptable in lieu of or in addition to diploma.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and unload products from tractor trailers to customer locations following invoices and company standards.
• Operate a tractor-trailer unit both day and night on overnight schedules, including weekends and holidays.
• Maintain safety and sanitation standards and accurate invoicing and reporting.

Skills

Long-distance driving

Weather conditions

Customer communication

Education

High school diploma/GED/equivalent

CDL Class A

Job description

US3090 Sygma Illinois (The Sygma Network, Inc)

Sales Territory: Travel Percentage:

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Our Delivery Drivers run 2-4 routes per week and make an average $100,000 to $105,000 per year with a Top earning potential of $150,000 per year.

~ At SYGMA we value our people and take pride in offering our customers the best service in the industry.

Offering Paid Training and Top Earning potential. Our Formula to Success is simple Route Pay + Bonuses = SYGMA Top Dollars.

To serve our customers by safely and efficiently transporting products from the warehouse by driving a tractor trailer to various customers and properly delivering and unloading products according to customer invoices and company standards.

Highly Maintained Equipment – all automatics

• ~7 Paid Holidays!
• ~ Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• ~ 401k and Sysco Stock Purchase Plan
• ~ Evening Dispatch-Overnight Delivery, Sunday – Friday
• ~ Unloads product from trailer, by hand or using a hand cart down ramps, stairs, or docks, in all weather conditions and places in designated customer storage areas according to customer specifications and company standards ( e.g., handling product according to preferred work methods, scanning product as it is delivered into the store).
• ~ DOT electronic or manual logs, inspections, company vehicle maintenance reports and pre- and post-trip reports are completed accurately and submitted on a timely basis, ensures all invoices are accurate and turned in daily and all damages and shortages are reported promptly).
• ~ Ensures all food safety protocols are met according to established guidelines ( e.g., proper temperatures are maintained in the delivery vehicle, product is inspected for visible damages prior to delivery, product is delivered and stored to prevent cross contamination) and maintains sanitary conditions in tractor and trailer; assists with maintaining sanitary conditions in the warehouse and yard.
• ~ Develops and establishes good relationships with customers by providing excellent and courteous service with clear communication.
• ~ Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED/equivalent degree, plus 1 year of tractor trailer driving experience preferred. Completion of a tractor trailer driving school will be accepted instead of, or in addition to a high school diploma.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License. Safe lifting and delivery practices.
• Skill in: driving over long distances, over a variety of terrains and in varying weather conditions, communicating with customers; Ability to: drive a tractor-trailer unit both in the day and at night, remain alert and aware of surroundings; handle hazardous materials and food and restaurant items that are frozen, dry and refrigerated; operate a 3 axle tractor, 45’ - 48’ trailer, straight truck, on board computer, key pad and a 2 wheel hand cart; read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations; effectively plan and organize work activities independent of direct supervision; The associate is frequently required to lift, push, or move product that weighs up to 50 pounds by hand and push/pull up to 250 pounds of product with a 2-wheeled hand cart down a ramp and into the customer’s storage areas; climb in and out of a tractor and trailer; bend and twist while loading and unloading product, and retrieving items from trailer. and moving mechanical parts and may be required to work in confined spaces. The associate usually works an overnight schedule, including weekends, holidays, overtime, on-call and starting at various times are required to successfully meet customers’ needs. Overtime hours, working weekends and holidays, and starting at various start times are required to successfully meet customers’ needs.

COVID-19 Precautions

• ~ Personal protective equipment and masks provided

~ Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 57,000 associates and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 326 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 625,000 customer locations.

Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Aff…

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Aff…