Driver Training Program

Brown Foodservice, Inc.; Louisa (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pension

STD/LTD

401(k)

Job summary

Brown Foodservice, Inc. offers a CDL Driver Training Program based in Louisa, Kentucky. Trainees learn to pass the state CDL skills test and work with a qualified trainer for professional development. The program emphasizes driving skills, safety, and understanding DOT regulations to prepare for a professional driving career.

Starting pay is $13.50 per hour pre-permit and $14.50 per hour with a permit, reflecting the trainee status and progression within the program.

Qualifications

• Must learn and adhere to DOT and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High School Degree or GED equivalent required.
• Strong communication with management, drivers, sales, and customers.
• Ability to learn new applications and proprietary software.
• Basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Drive tractor-trailer and perform deliveries on assigned routes to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with DOT and federal regulations governing transportation.
• Maintain accuracy of delivered product and prevent damage from mishandling.
• Communicate issues to the Senior Transportation Supervisor by phone.
• Inspect tractor-trailer for defects before and after trips.
• Operate vehicle on road and customer premises per regulations.
• Maintain electronic driver log according to DOT rules.
• Maintain contact with supervisor for delivery or pickup instructions.
• Follow policies on safety, transportation, and company procedures.
• Comply with professional appearance and training requirements.
• Complete administrative tasks to support transportation operations.

Skills

DOT/FMCSA compliance

Strong communication

Self-motivated

Punctuality

Customer-focused

Ability to learn

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Brown Foodservice, Inc. CDL Driver Training Program prepares, trains, and develops potential drivers with the knowledge and skills required to pass the state skills test and obtain a class "A" CDL. Once a trainee has obtained the CDL, Brown Foodservice Driver Training Program provides trainees with a qualified trainer to assist the trainee in his or her professional development. During the training period, the trainee improves driving skills and aquires the knowledge to be a successful professional driver. Based out of our Louisa Kentucky whse, you will be an essential part of our team that has been servicing customers and delivering fine foods since 1942.

Job Summary / General Description

Brown Foodservice, Inc. CDL Driver Training Program prepares, trains, and develops potential drivers with the knowledge and skills required to pass the state skills test and obtain a class "A" CDL. Once a trainee has obtained the CDL, Brown Foodservice Driver Training Program provides trainees with a qualified trainer to assist the trainee in his or her professional development. During the training period, the trainee improves driving skills and aquires the knowledge to be a successful professional driver. Based out of our Louisa Kentucky whse, you will be an essential part of our team that has been servicing customers and delivering fine foods since 1942.

Starting Pay:

$13.50/Pre-Permit

$14.50/Permit

Essential Job Functions

• Drive tractor-trailer and perform product deliveries along assigned routes, and other related duties to guarantee customer satisfaction
• Ensure compliance with Federal and State Laws as they relate to DOT and any other applicable traffic regulations
• Maintain accuracy of delivered product with no damage due to mishandling
• Immediately communicate problems to the Senior Transportation Supervisor by phone
• Inspect tractor-trailer for defects pre/post trip
• Drive tractor-trailer to destination, apply knowledge of commercial driving regulations and maneuver vehicle on the road and on customer premises
• Maintain electronic driver log according to DOT regulations
• Maintain telephone contact with supervisor to receive delivery or pickup instructions
• Follow transportation policies, food/personal safety regulations, and company policies and procedures for personnel
• Ensure conformance with company standards for professional appearance, conduct, and training requirements
• Complete administrative tasks and related paperwork to guarantee the efficiency of transportation operations

Job Qualifications

• Must learn and adhere to Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High School Degree or equivalent (G.E.D.)
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, squat, and stoop to accomplish the essential job functions
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting of 50 lbs
• Have strong communication skills with ability to communicate with management team, drivers, sales, and customers
• Ability to use new applications/proprietary software
• Basic math skills required
• Self-motivated; customer-focused
• Active listening skills; Independent thinking/decision-making skills
• Ensure attendance and punctuality within company standards

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to drive tractor trailer safely in adverse weather conditions, including darkness, rain, wind, snow, or ice
• Must be able to use dolly or hand truck in heavy lifting and shifting loads on wet, dry, icy, bumpy, or uneven terrain with frequent curbs and obstructions
• Must be able to load and unload product routinely at multiple customer sites daily

Brown Foodservice, Inc. Benefits

Brown Foodservice offers competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, pension, STD/LTD and 401(k).

Candidates must pass a background check, drug screen and other job requirements.