CDL Driver Academy Trainee

Sysco Northeast Rdc; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking CDL A Delivery Truck Driver Trainees to join their team. This exciting opportunity allows you to train for a Class-A CDL while becoming a vital part of the delivery process. You will learn to safely operate a tractor-trailer, build relationships with customers, and ensure timely deliveries. The role requires a strong commitment to safety and customer service, making it ideal for those who thrive in dynamic environments. If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career in logistics with a supportive company that values your growth, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years of age and obtain a CDL Permit and DOT medical certification.
• One year of Distribution/Warehouse experience or military experience required.

Responsibilities

• Unload products from trailers and deliver them to designated storage areas.
• Complete DOT logs and vehicle maintenance reports as required.
• Deliver products within assigned route schedules and inform management of deviations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Mathematical Skills

Positive Attitude

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL Permit

DOT Medical Certification

Job description

Job Summary:

Sysco has immediate job openings for CDL A Delivery Truck Driver Trainees without a CDL to train to become dependable Delivery Partners. You will train for your Class-A CDL, including how to safely operate a tractor-trailer, to unload/deliver various products to an assigned route schedule, and build relationships with each customer using a positive, friendly attitude and become familiar with their operations to meet needs and expectations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to unload product from trailer, by hand or using a hand cart, and place in designated customer storage areas.
• Transporting product down ramps, stairs, or docks, in all weather conditions.
• Constantly bending and twisting while loading and unloading product and retrieving items from the trailer.
• Ability to verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures. Contact management for authorization when there are discrepancies on invoice and communicate all errors/returns.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip responsibilities following the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and Sysco policies.
• Pickup, load and unload damaged goods and customer returns and complete necessary paperwork.
• Complete DOT logs (electronic or manual as required), company vehicle maintenance reports, and reconcile with appropriate company representative as required.
• Ability to deliver product within assigned route schedule and time windows. Immediately inform the management team of any deviations.

Qualifications:

• Must be 21+ years of age.
• Must obtain a valid CDL Permit and DOT medical certification prior to pre-employment background check.
• Must submit to and pass pre-employment testing (Drug Screen, Background Check).
• Must obtain Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within ninety (90) days of start date to remain actively employed.
• Must have one year Distribution/Warehouse experience or other military experience in lieu of.

*CDL permit and DOT medical certification may be obtained during SkillBridge program for eligible participants.
Veterans encouraged to apply.

Licenses/Certifications Required:

Driver’s License with a “clean” driving record (no single DUI in the last three years and no multiple DUIs within the last seven years).

Professional Skills:

• Strong communication skills.
• Good mathematical and arithmetic skills. Must have a winning, positive attitude.

Physical Demands:

Frequently lift, push, or move product that weighs up to 100 pounds. Frequently reaching up to 72” to stack and unstack pallets.

Working Conditions:

Must have schedule flexibility ~ i.e. overtime hours, working weekends and holidays, and the ability to start and end at a variety of times are all required to successfully meet customer needs.