Driver - Class A

GSF; Leyden Township (IL); On-site; USD 52,348 - 56,481; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Paid holidays

Vacation

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Quality Custom Distribution Services LLC (QCD) in Chicago East is seeking a Class A CDL driver for local routes, delivering food products to restaurants with a home-daily schedule. This is a stable, high-earning opportunity within the GSF family.

Starting pay is $38.70 per hour on weekdays and $40.70 on weekends, with 4 days on and 3 days off; weekly pay and benefits after 30 days. Join a driver-first team that values safety, reliability, and community.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL, current DOT medical card.
• At least 1 year of tractor-trailer driving and delivery experience.
• Ability to lift 75+ lbs and work in multi-temperature environments.
• Strong customer service and clear communication with team.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate a diesel-powered tractor-trailer on local routes with no layovers.
• Deliver food products safely and efficiently to restaurant customers.
• Load and unload using hand trucks or pallet jacks.
• Complete vehicle inspections and maintain DOT logs.
• Communicate clearly with dispatch and store personnel.
• Ensure compliance and handle return loads.

Skills

Class A CDL

DOT medical card

1 year tractor-trailer driving

Delivery experience

Customer service

English proficiency

Lift 75+ lbs

Night/Weekend work

Job description

Description

About QCD

Established in 2006, Quality Custom Distribution Services LLC (QCD), a subsidiary of GSF, is a custom last‑mile distribution company specializing in tailored solutions for selected food service Industry customers. Headquartered in Frisco, Texas, QCD services thousands of restaurants throughout the United States. Providing over 37,000 deliveries a week from 25 strategically located distribution centres, the QCD fleet averages more than 40 million miles driven per year. QCD associates also help run the national non‑profit, the GSF Foundation. At QCD, every role drives success. Whether you’re preparing orders, making deliveries, mapping routes, or managing warehouses, you’re part of a dynamic team that keeps America’s favourite restaurants running. Beyond offering logistics jobs, we build careers and fuel the future of food‑service distribution.

Class A CDL Driver – Chicago East

What You’ll Do

Drive for more than just a paycheck. At QCD, our local CDL drivers are the heartbeat of our supply chain – delivering products with precision, care, and pride. If you’re looking for a stable, high‑earning, career‑building opportunity that gets you home daily, you’re in the right place.

In This Role, You’ll:

• Operate a diesel‑powered tractor‑trailer on local routes – no layovers
• Deliver food products safely and efficiently to restaurant customers
• Load and unload using hand trucks or pallet jacks – this is a touch‑freight role
• Complete vehicle inspections, maintain DOT logs, and submit accurate paperwork
• Communicate clearly with dispatch, store personnel, and team members
• Handle return loads and ensure equipment and deliveries are in compliance

What You’ll Bring

• A valid Class A CDL, current DOT medical card, and at least 1 year of tractor‑trailer driving and delivery experience
• Ability to lift 5–75 + lbs., stay active throughout the shift, and work in multi‑temperature environments (coolers/freezers)
• Strong customer service skills and clear communication with dispatch, store teams, and fellow drivers
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as part of a 24/7 operation
• Ability to complete vehicle inspections, maintain DOT logs, and meet all compliance requirements, including reading and speaking English as required by DOT regulations

The Schedule & Setting

• Start times are between 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm – 10‑to‑14‑hour shifts
• 4 days on and 3 days off
• Must be available for nights, weekends, and holidays
• All trailers equipped with lift gates – no ramps
• Touch freight – repetitive lifting 75 + lbs.
• Drivers average 40 – 50 hours a week

Pay & Benefits

• Starting pay: $38.70 /hr on weekdays – $40.70 /hr on weekends
  • 5th & 6th day hourly premium
• Weekly pay (every Friday)
• Health, dental, and vision coverage after just 30 days
• 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and more
• Company‑provided uniforms and work shoes

Why Join Us

We’re not just in the business of distribution – we’re in the business of development. Your ambition accelerates our whole team’s progress. We provide clear paths for career advancement, from entry‑level to leadership, backed by comprehensive training and development programmes. As we grow with our customers, our associates navigate the next turn in their supply‑chain careers. Opportunities are always on the road ahead with QCD and throughout the Golden State Foods family of companies.

At QCD, our people‑first culture is grounded in simple values: treat others the way you want to be treated, hold yourself to a high standard, and always do the right thing. We believe in shared success – because when our people thrive, our customers do, too.

QCD is the place to be, if you believe in living our values‑driven culture – celebrating wins together – learning from challenges – exploring bold ideas – collaborating for shared success – prioritising people first and giving back to our community.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We’re proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. QCD values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.