Class A CDL Lead Driver

Core-Mark International; Grand Island (NE); On-site; USD 75,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Core-Mark International seeks an experienced CDL driver to deliver food and related products across intrastate and interstate routes. You will mentor drivers and other yard staff, perform safety inspections, and ensure accurate freight paperwork.

Responsibilities include on-time deliveries, route adherence, and professional interactions with customers. The role supports a Monday–Friday schedule with potential for overtime and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• CDL required and DOT regulations familiar.
• Proven ability to interact professionally with customers and vendors.
• Ability to complete required freight paperwork accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operate tractor trailer on intrastate and interstate routes delivering goods.
• Mentor and train other drivers and yard staff.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip safety checks as per DOT rules.
• Unload and load products, verify invoices and collect payments where needed.
• Ensure on-time delivery according to schedule and customer needs.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and secure trailer doors after shifts.

Skills

CDL

DOT Regulations

Customer Service

Safety Inspections

Hours of Service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Description

Drive a tractor trailer on intrastate and interstate local for the purpose of delivering and/or unloading food and food related products to customers in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Mentors and trains Driver, Helpers and / or Yard Drivers. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Drive a tractor trailer on intrastate and interstate local for the purpose of delivering and/or unloading food and food related products to customers in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Mentors and trains Driver, Helpers and / or Yard Drivers. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Perform “pre-trip safety check” inspection of truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspect cab and trailer to insure they meet company quality standards and take appropriate action as needed.

Perform count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded. Check and complete in an accurate and in legible fashion all the required paperwork associated with freight. Move tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.

Drive to and deliver customer orders according to a predetermined route and delivery schedule. Mentors and trains Driver, Helpers and / or Yard Drivers. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner.

Unload products from the trailer transport items into designated customer storage areas. Perform damage control checks on items and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policy. Verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures. Collect money (cash or checks) where required. Load customer returns on to trailer and secure trailer doors.

Unload damaged goods and customer returns at the driver check-in dock and complete necessary paperwork. Unload pallets, insulated blankets, Power Walker / Hand carts and remove trash from trailers as required.

Complete daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state and company requirements.

Perform “post trip safety check” on the vehicle, secure tractor and trailer and / or “Red Tag” for repair or maintenance as needed. Perform general housekeeping duties in cab, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required. At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• First year pay between $75K-$84K. (This includes base hourly $30/Hr + overtime + bonus pay.)
• Annual Merit Increases!
• Leading a staff of 6-7 drivers.
• Hourly pay. Overtime after 40 hours. Monday-Friday schedule.

Required Qualifications

Required Education: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

Required Experience: 1 - 2 Years

Commercial Driver's License (CDL); meet the medical requirements of the DOT; commercial driving experience.