Local Class A CDL Driver

Golden State Foods; Sterling (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision after 30d

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Vacation

Uniforms and work shoes

Job summary

Quality Custom Distribution Services LLC (QCD), a Golden State Foods subsidiary, is hiring Class A CDL drivers for Pineville, NC. You’ll operate local routes, delivering food products to restaurants and returning with loads compliant with DOT regulations.

The role requires a valid CDL A with a current DOT medical card, at least 1 year of tractor-trailer experience, and the ability to lift 75 lbs. Expect nights, weekends, and holidays with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL and a current DOT medical card.
• Minimum 1 year of tractor-trailer driving experience in foodservice or beverage delivery.
• Ability to lift 75+ lbs and work in multi-temperature environments (coolers/freezers).
• Strong customer service skills and clear communication with dispatch and store teams.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends and holidays as part of a 24/7 operation.
• Reading and speaking English as required by DOT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate a diesel tractor-trailer on local routes with no layovers.
• Deliver food products safely and efficiently to restaurant customers.
• Load/unload using hand trucks or pallet jacks in a touch-freight role.
• Complete vehicle inspections, maintain DOT logs, and submit accurate paperwork.
• Communicate clearly with dispatch, store personnel, and team members.
• Handle return loads and ensure equipment and deliveries meet all compliance requirements.

Skills

CDL Class A

DOT medical card

1+ year experience

Lift 75+ lbs

Multi-temperature

Customer service

Communication

Night/Weekend/Holidays

Job description

Description

ABOUT QCD:

Established in 2006, Quality Custom Distribution Services LLC (QCD), a subsidiary of GSF, is a custom last-mile distribution company specializing in tailored solutions for selected food service Industry customers. Headquartered in Frisco, Texas, QCD services thousands of restaurants throughout the United States. Providing over 37,000 deliveries a week from 25 strategically located distribution centers, the QCD fleet averages more than 40 million miles driven per year. QCD associates also help run a national non-profit, the GSF Foundation. At QCD, every role drives success. Whether you're preparing orders, making deliveries, mapping routes, or managing warehouses, you're part of a dynamic team that keeps America's favorite restaurants running. Beyond offering logistics jobs, we build careers and fuel the future of foodservice distribution.

Class A CDL Driver – Pineville, NC

What You’ll Do:

Drive for more than just a paycheck. At QCD, our local CDL drivers are the heartbeat of our supply chain, delivering products with precision, care, and pride. If you’re looking for a stable, high-earning, career-building opportunity that gets you home daily, you’re in the right place.

In This Role, You’ll:

• Operate a diesel-powered tractor-trailer on local routes - no layovers
• Deliver food products safely and efficiently to restaurant customers
• Load and unload using hand trucks or pallet jacks - this is atouch-freightrole
• Complete vehicle inspections, maintain DOT logs, and submit accurate paperwork
• Communicate clearly with dispatch, store personnel, and team members
• Handle return loads and ensure equipment and deliveriesare in compliance

What You’ll Bring:

• ValidClass A CDLw/current DOT medical card and at least 1+ yearoftractor-trailer driving experience infood service orbeveragedelivery.
• Ability to lift 5-75+ lbs., stay active throughout the shift, and work in multi-temperature environments (coolers/freezers)
• Strong customer service skills and clear communication with dispatch, store teams, and fellow drivers
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays as part of a 24/7 operation
• Ability to complete vehicle inspections, maintain DOT logs, and meet all compliance requirements, including reading and speaking English as required by DOT regulations

The Schedule & Setting:

• Class A Dispatches:: 11:30am-5:30pm
• Must be available fornights, weekends, and holidays
• All trailers equipped withliftgates-no ramps
• Touchfreight- withrepetitive lifting75+lbs.

Pay & Benefits:

• Starting Pay: 28.19/hourly (Avg 85,000 annually)
• Weekly pay(every Friday)
• Health, dental, and vision coverage after just 30 days
• 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and more
• Company-provided uniforms and work shoes

WHY JOIN US

We're not just in the business of distribution - we're in the business of development. Your ambition accelerates our whole team's progress. We provide clear paths for career advancement, from entry-level to leadership, backed by comprehensive training and development programs. As we grow with our customers, our associates navigate the next turn in their supply chain careers. Opportunities are always on the road ahead with QCD and throughout theGolden State Foodsfamily of companies.

At QCD, our people-first culture is grounded in simple values: treat others the way you want to be treated, hold yourself to a high standard, and always do the right thing. We believe in shared success - because when our people thrive, our customers do, too.

QCD is the place to be, if you believe in living our values-driven culture - celebrating wins together - learning from challenges - exploring bold ideas - collaborating for shared success - prioritizing people first and giving back to our community.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. QCD values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.

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