Class A Lead Driver

Core-Mark International; Waite Park (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Competitive first-year pay

Leadership role with 3-4 drivers

Annual merit increase

Mon-Fri schedule

Job summary

Core-Mark International in Minnesota (Waite Park area) is seeking a professional CDL driver to deliver and unload food products to customers, ensuring safe, timely service in accordance with DOT regulations.

The role includes mentoring junior drivers, performing pre- and post-trip inspections, and maintaining accurate freight paperwork. A Mon-Fri schedule and opportunities for merit increases are offered, with a $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.

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.

Responsibilities

• Drive a tractor trailer according to a set route and schedule, delivering and unloading food products.
• Mentor and train Driver, Helpers and Yard Drivers as needed.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and complete required DOT paperwork.

Skills

CDL

DOT medical

Driving experience

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.

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.

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

• $5000 Sign-on Bonus


• First year estimated pay between $76-82K (including base hourly, component pay, and overtime) with sign-on bonus.


• Leading a staff of 3-4 drivers.


• Annual Merit Increase.


• Class A CDL is required.


• 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.