Driver Trainee: CDL Path to $75k+ with Day 1 Benefits

McLane Company, Inc.; Lakeview (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

FSA/HSA

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick leave

Pet insurance

Maternity/paternity leave

Employee assistance programs

Discount programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Driver Trainee to learn essential driving and delivery duties while gaining exposure to distribution operations.

You will drive tractor-trailer equipment, attach trailers, inspect and document delivery conditions, and support unloading at customer sites. Starting pay includes $27.75 per hour during training, with potential to earn $75k to $115k annually after completing training, plus comprehensive benefits from day one.

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.
• Stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, squat, and stoop to accomplish the essential job functions.
• 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), document delivery receipts/product temperatures and exceptions.
• Rides and trains with Driver Trainer of tractor-trailer to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations.
• Maintain driver log according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.
• Assists the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product into customer premises.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Age 21+

Policy eligibility

Loading/unloading

Reading labels

Math calculations

Customer communication

Safe driving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Driver Trainee to learn essential driving and delivery duties while gaining exposure to distribution operations.

You will drive tractor-trailer equipment, attach trailers, inspect and document delivery conditions, and support unloading at customer sites. Starting pay includes $27.75 per hour during training, with potential to earn $75k to $115k annually after completing training, plus comprehensive benefits from day one.