CDL Driver Trainee: Hands-On Training & Growth

Brown Foodservice, Inc.; Gassaway (WV); On-site; USD 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Pension

STD/LTD

401(k)

Job summary

Brown Foodservice, Inc. CDL Driver Training Program prepares, trains, and develops potential drivers with the knowledge and skills required to pass the state skills test and obtain a class "A" CDL.

Once a trainee has obtained the CDL, Brown Foodservice Driver Training Program provides trainees with a qualified trainer to assist the trainee in his or her professional development. During the training period, the trainee improves driving skills and aquires the knowledge to be a successful

Qualifications

• Must comply with DOT and FMCSA regulations.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, squat, and stoop to accomplish the essential job functions.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting of 50 lbs.
• Strong communication with management, drivers, sales, and customers.
• Ability to use new applications/proprietary software.
• Basic math skills.
• Self-motivated; customer-focused.
• Attendance and punctuality within company standards.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor-trailer and perform product deliveries along assigned routes.
• Ensure compliance with DOT and state traffic regulations.
• Maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage due to mishandling.
• Immediately communicate problems to the Senior Transportation Supervisor.
• Inspect tractor-trailer for defects pre/post trip.
• Drive to destination following regulations and driver safety rules.
• Maintain electronic driver logs according to DOT regulations.
• Maintain telephone contact with supervisor for delivery instructions.
• Follow transportation and safety policies and company procedures.
• Complete administrative tasks to ensure transportation efficiency.

Skills

DOT regulations

21+ years old

Strong communication

Independent thinking

Active listening

Lifting 50 lbs

Basic math

Learn new software

Punctuality

Job description

Brown Foodservice, Inc. CDL Driver Training Program prepares, trains, and develops potential drivers with the knowledge and skills required to pass the state skills test and obtain a class "A" CDL.

Once a trainee has obtained the CDL, Brown Foodservice Driver Training Program provides trainees with a qualified trainer to assist the trainee in his or her professional development. During the training period, the trainee improves driving skills and aquires the knowledge to be a successful