Driver Trainee: CDL Path to $70k+ & Benefits

McLane Company, Inc.; Hopkinton (NH); On-site; USD 66,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay during training $24.50

Salary after training $70k–$110k

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Vacation & sick leave

Pet insurance

Maternity/paternity leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance programs

Discount programs

Background check & drug screen

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Driver Trainee to learn essential trucking tasks, from maneuvering tractors to securing loads and delivering products to customer locations. You will gain exposure to warehouse and operational functions as part of your development into a McLane Driver.

During training you will earn $24.50 per hour, and after training you can expect $70,000 to $110,000 per year. Day 1 benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus vacation and sick leave accrual.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Meet eligibility requirements in the McLane Transfer and Promotion Policy.
• Complete training and receive Class A CDL in 6 months or less.
• Ability and willingness to select/load/unload and/or deliver ALL products that may be ordered by McLane customers.
• Read and comprehend labels, instructions, and bills of lading.
• Perform mathematical calculations to verify quantities of product.
• Communicate with customers, management, and other teammates.
• Safely drive a tractor-trailer, use a 2-wheeled dolly, ramp, and on board PeopleNet devices.
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely.

Responsibilities

• Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and handle lines to secure.
• Operates truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Inspect tractor-trailer equipment for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection report indicating condition.
• Operates Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH) and documents delivery receipts/product temperatures and exceptions.
• Rides with Driver Trainer to learn commercial driving regulations and vehicle operations.
• Maintain driver log according to DOT regulations.
• Assist the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product into customer premises.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety-focused

Reliable

Adaptable

Dedicated

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Driver Trainee to learn essential trucking tasks, from maneuvering tractors to securing loads and delivering products to customer locations. You will gain exposure to warehouse and operational functions as part of your development into a McLane Driver.

During training you will earn $24.50 per hour, and after training you can expect $70,000 to $110,000 per year. Day 1 benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus vacation and sick leave accrual.