Linehaul /shuttle Driver (CDL- A) - SYGMA - Channahon, IL

FreshPoint Oahu, Ltd. (FreshPoint Hawaii, LLC); Illinois; On-site; USD 14,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

US3090 Sygma Illinois (The Sygma Network, Inc) seeks an experienced tractor-trailer driver to transport products from the warehouse to customer sites, ensuring on-time delivery and accurate paperwork per DOT and company standards.

The role involves daytime driving with occasional night shifts and 2–3 day out-of-state routes; candidates must load/unload, follow safety protocols, and maintain clear communication with management and customers.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of DOT regulations and Hazmat guidelines.
• Ability to drive long distances and deliver safely.
• Proficient in reading and understanding invoices and logs.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports product from warehouse to customer, ensuring timely delivery and accurate bill of ladings.
• Completes required paperwork per DOT and company guidelines.
• Maintains food safety and safety protocols; reports unsafe conditions.

Skills

DOT regulations knowledge

Hazmat guidelines

Safe lifting and delivery

Education

High school diploma / GED / equivalent

Valid Class A CDL

Tools

Onboard computer keypad

2-wheel hand cart

Job description

Company:

US3090 Sygma Illinois (The Sygma Network, Inc)

Sales Territory:

None

Zip Code:

60410

Travel Percentage:

0

Compensation Range:

$10.00 - $48.00

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.

You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

For information on Sysco's Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

JOB SUMMARY:

To serve our customers by safely and efficiently transporting product from the warehouse by driving a tractor-trailer to various destination points according to customer invoices and company standards.

This position drives mainly daytime but some night driving will be required.

Route is out at least 2 to 3 days at a time/ Drives out of state

Responsibilities

• Safely transports product from the warehouse to the customer location and ensures the product is delivered on a timely basis, according to assigned route; loads and unloads product according to customer specifications.
• Ensures all paperwork is completed according to established company and governmental guidelines (e.g. DOT electronic or manual logs, inspections, company vehicle maintenance reports and pre and post-trip reports are completed accurately and submitted on a timely basis, ensures all invoices are accurate and case counts match bill of ladings).
• Ensures all food safety protocols are met according to established guidelines (e.g. proper temperatures are maintained in the delivery vehicle).
• Follows preferred work methods at all times, and immediately advises the management team of any unsafe conditions.
• Maintains and safely operates all assigned equipment, including but not limited to pallets, load bars, SLS unit, and personal protective equipment.
• Develops and establishes good relationships with customers by providing excellent and courteous service with clear communication.
• Communicates with management team regarding any deviations to route, trailer or loading issues and/or customer or product issues.
• Works assigned schedule and work outside the usual work schedule as needed to meet customer needs; exhibits regular and predictable attendance. Other duties as assigned by Management.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

• High school diploma/GED/equivalent degree, plus 1 year of tractor-trailer driving experience preferred.
• Completion of a tractor-trailer driving school will be accepted instead of, or in addition to a high school diploma.

Certifications and/or technical requirements

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• Must be insurable to operate a vehicle as a condition of initial and continued employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; Hazmat guidelines; Safe lifting and delivery practices

Skill in: driving over long distances, over a variety of terrains and in varying weather conditions, communicating with customers; solving problems; delivering the product

Ability to: drive a tractor-trailer unit both in the day and at night in a variety of traffic and weather conditions and remain alert and aware of surroundings meet or exceed minimum productivity levels established by the Company Operate a 3 axle tractor, 45' - 48' trailer, straight truck, onboard computer keypad and a 2 wheel hand cart; read, write and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations perform basic math functions (e.g. add, subtract, multiply, divide); effectively plan and organize work activities independent of direct supervision; solve problems

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit, talk and hear.

The associate is occasionally required to lift, push, or move product that weighs up to up to 50 pounds by hand and push/pulls up to 350 pounds of product with a 2-wheeled hand cart down a ramp and into the customer's storage areas climb in and out of a tractor and trailer vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those associate encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to wet, hot, extreme cold and/or humid conditions Moving mechanical parts and may be required to work in confined spaces.

The associate usually works an overnight schedule, including weekends, holidays, overtime, on-call and starting at various times are required in order to successfully meet customers' needs.

The associate is occasionally exposed to high, precari