Driver, Trainee Hourly

McLane Company, Inc; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and earned vacation

401(k) profit-sharing plan

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc is looking for a dedicated Driver Trainee in Longmont, Colorado. This role involves learning essential driver functions, with a pay rate of $24.25 during training and potential earnings between $75,000 and $110,000 after training.

As a Driver Trainee, you will receive comprehensive training and benefits starting day one, including medical insurance and vacation time. Join a company that values safety and offers a stable career path.

Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Complete training and receive Class A CDL in 6 months or less.
• Ability to load/unload and deliver products.

Responsibilities

• Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer.
• Operate truck safely complying with regulations.
• Inspect tractor-trailer equipment for defects.

Skills

Safety-focused

Reliable

Adaptable

Dedicated

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Take your career further with McLane! 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.

Driver Training Program

As a Driver Trainee, you will learn the essential functions of the Driver job including the accurate and timely distribution of products to various customer locations. The Driver Trainee gains exposure to warehouse and other operational functions as part of the developmental process of becoming a McLane Driver.

Benefits

• Pay Rate while in training: $24.25.
• Pay Rate after training: Drivers make $75,000 to $110,000.
• Regional Teams Routes
• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company‑paid life insurance.
• Paid holidays, earned vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one.
• 401(k) profit‑sharing plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

Responsibilities

• Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and secure lines.
• Operate truck safely 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.
• Operate Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH), document delivery receipts/product temperatures and exceptions. Inspect trailer to ensure product is secured for undamaged transport.
• Ride and train with Driver Trainer 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.
• Assist the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product into customer premises.
• Other duties as assigned.

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 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.
• Require ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job‑related tasks effectively and safely.

Fit

• Safety-focused
• Reliable
• Adaptable
• Dedicated

Other Information

Moving America forward – together.

We may conduct 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.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit https://www.mclaneco.com/legal/employment/.