CDL-A Trainee Driver - Start a Safe, Rewarding Route

McLane Company, Inc; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

401(k) Profit Sharing after 90 days

Pet insurance

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc in Ontario, CA is hiring a Driver Trainee Component who will learn essential functions of the Driver role, including distribution to customer locations and exposure to warehouse operations as part of development into a full Driver position.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, a Class A CDL, be 21+, and able to read labels and perform basic math. The program offers day-one benefits, on-the-job training, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Possess a Class A CDL.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Read and comprehend labels, instructions, and bills of lading.
• Perform mathematical calculations to verify quantities of product.

Responsibilities

• Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and handle lines to secure.
• Operate 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.
• Operate Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH), document delivery receipts/product temperatures and exceptions. Inspect trailer to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport of product.
• Ride and train 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.
• Assist the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product into customer premises.
• Provide customer service including on-time delivery of undamaged product, product returns and issuing valid customer credits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Class A CDL

Safety-focused

Read and interpret labels

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

McLane Company, Inc in Ontario, CA is hiring a Driver Trainee Component who will learn essential functions of the Driver role, including distribution to customer locations and exposure to warehouse operations as part of development into a full Driver position.

Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, a Class A CDL, be 21+, and able to read labels and perform basic math. The program offers day-one benefits, on-the-job training, and opportunities for career growth.