Driver Trainee: Industry-Leading Pay & Benefits

McLane Company, Inc.; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA/HSA

Company-paid life insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick leave accrual

Pet insurance

Maternity/paternity leave

Employee assistance programs

Discount programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Driver Trainee to learn the essential functions of the Driver role, including accurate and timely distribution of products to customer locations.

Trainees gain exposure to warehouse operations and drive toward becoming a full McLane Driver. The role offers hands-on training with a focus on safety, compliance with DOT regulations, and progression to CDL certification within six months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Complete training and receive Class A CDL in 6 months or less.

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 and observing the Driver’s skill.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Driver Trainee to learn the essential functions of the Driver role, including accurate and timely distribution of products to customer locations.

Trainees gain exposure to warehouse operations and drive toward becoming a full McLane Driver. The role offers hands-on training with a focus on safety, compliance with DOT regulations, and progression to CDL certification within six months.