Driver Trainee - Start CDL in 6 Months, Great Benefits

aa224; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits

Training pay

401(k) profit sharing

Pet insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

McLane is seeking a Driver Trainee to learn essential driver duties, distribution to customer locations, and exposure to warehouse operations as part of the developmental process toward becoming a McLane Driver. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and customer service in a fast-paced, nationwide network.

From day one, the position offers comprehensive benefits, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave accrual, and training toward a Class A CDL within six months, with future opportunities and a

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 secure lines.
• Operate truck safely in accordance with regulations and policies.
• Inspect tractor-trailer and submit DOT inspection report.
• Operate Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH) and document receipts and temps.
• Ride and train with Driver Trainer to destinations while learning regulations and handling.
• Maintain driver log per DOT regulations.
• Assist the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product to customer premises.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Age 21+

English proficiency

Communication

Math skills

Truck operation

Reading labels

Loading/unloading

Safety awareness

DDH usage

PeopleNet

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

DDH

PeopleNet

Job description

McLane is seeking a Driver Trainee to learn essential driver duties, distribution to customer locations, and exposure to warehouse operations as part of the developmental process toward becoming a McLane Driver. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and customer service in a fast-paced, nationwide network.

From day one, the position offers comprehensive benefits, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave accrual, and training toward a Class A CDL within six months, with future opportunities and a