Driver, Trainee Component

McLane Company, Inc.; Town of Guilderland (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay during training $85,000–$95,000

Home daily routes

Day 1 benefits: medical, dental, and 


Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Trainee Component Driver to join our team. The role offers a paid training period with a pay rate of $85,000 to $95,000, with most routes returning home daily.

You will learn trucking operations, safety procedures, and driver fundamentals under supervision. Requirements include a Class A CDL, being at least 21, and the ability to read, write, and understand English. Benefits start Day 1 with health, dental, and vision insurance, plus paid holidays and vacation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Possess a Class A CDL.
• Be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Maneuver tractor and attach trailer safely.
• Operate truck per regulations and company policies.
• Inspect equipment and submit DOT inspection reports.
• Document delivery receipts and product temperatures.
• Ride with Driver Trainer to learn regulations and skills.
• Assist unloading and ensure on-time delivery to customers.
• Provide customer service and resolve credits for deliveries.

Skills

CDL Class A

English literacy

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

DDH (Driver Delivery Handheld)

PeopleNet

Job description

Job Description - Driver, Trainee Component (JR112162)

Driver, Trainee Component - ( JR112162 )

Take your CDL-A career further!

Our drivers work hard to move, supply, and provide for America's favorite brands. Being reliable and dedicated to safety has defined our success as an industry leader for 130+ years. Join McLane and discover the driving difference—we provide you with industry-leading pay, strong and secure client relationships, and get you home safely and more often. That's why our drivers build long-lasting careers with us.

Benefits you can count on:

• Pay Rate while in training: $85,000 to $95,000
• HOME DAILY: Majority of routes are Team routes home daily, Solo routes two-days.
• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid holidays, earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What you’ll do as a Trainee Component Driver:

• 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. Inspects trailer to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport of product.
• Rides and trains with Driver Trainer of tractor-trailer to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations and observing the Driver’s skill in starting engine properly, approaching intersections, making turns, backing, parking, and maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises.
• Maintain driver log (Manual or PeopleNet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.
• Assists the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product into customer premises.
• Provides customer service including on-time delivery of undamaged product, product returns and issuing valid customer credits.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications you’ll bring as a Trainee Component Driver Teammate:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Possess a Class A CDL.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Meet eligibility requirements in the McLane Transfer and Promotion Policy.
• 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. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.
  

Fit the following? We want you here!

• Safety-focused
• Reliable
• Adaptable
• Dedicated

Moving America forward — together.

We’ve been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.