Local Delivery Truck Driver (CDL A/B) (IL)

Sysco Northeast Rdc; Woodridge (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Northeast RDC in Illinois seeks a delivery driver to transport merchandise to customers on pre-determined routes, ensuring on-time arrivals and accurate loads.

The role requires a CDL (Class A or B), a current DOT medical certification, and the ability to lift 60-100 lbs. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential; overtime potential and flexible scheduling were discussed during interviews.

Qualifications

• High School or GED or equivalent.
• 1+ year of safe commercial driving (CDL A or B).
• Current DOT Medical Certification.
• Ability to lift 60-100 lbs and load/unload safely.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver merchandise per pre-determined route.
• Unload and verify orders, noting any corrections.
• Complete end-of-day reports and paperwork.
• Communicate system or documentation issues to management.
• Handle returns per authorization.
• Comply with DOT safety regulations.
• Perform safety and housekeeping duties per OSHA standards.
• Maintain inter-department communications on routing, safety, and customer relations.
• Provide strong customer relations and professional service.

Skills

CDL Class B

Delivery Driver

DOT Regulations

Safety Mindset

Customer Service

Heavy Lifting

Route Planning

Education

High School or GED

Job description

$31.99/hour + possible overtime

MANY flexible scheduling options discussed during interview

SUMMARY

Responsible for the delivery of merchandise to customers within the expected time parameters.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Required: High School or equivalent and 1+ year of safe commercial driving experience (class A or B CDL). Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to problem solve and prioritize work. Excellent communication skills. Must be able to maintain a current DOT Medical Certification and comply with all DOT regulations as required. Ability to bend, stoop, climb, twist, stand, and lift between 60-100 lbs while loading and unloading delivery truck at each stop (15-30 stops per day). Ability to sit and drive for extended periods of time.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Deliver merchandise according to pre-determined route.
• Unload correct merchandise and check order, noting any corrections.
• Complete all assigned reports and paperwork at the end of day.
• Communicate with Manager any system or documentation problems identified throughout the day.
• Pick-up returned merchandise per return authorization.
• Comply with all DOT safety and documentation regulations.
• Perform safety and housekeeping duties as they pertain to Edward Don & Company and OSHA standards.
• Effectively communicates to customers and all levels of staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degrees/Certificates Minimum Required:
• High School or GED or equivalent

Experience

• One-year route delivery experience or applicable background driving a straight truck
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License – Class B (Class A preferred)
• Commercial Vehicle Drivers must have the ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.
• Operate vehicle in a variety of traffic and weather conditions.
• Meet or exceed minimum productivity levels established by the Company.
• Meet or exceed established cases per error goals
• Demonstrate strong customer relations and problem resolution skills.
• Effectively plan and organize work activities independent of direct supervision.
• Develop a good working knowledge of product and inventory control techniques and procedures.
• Maintain ongoing inter-department communications related to routing, safety, and customer relations.
• Proven ability to communicate articulately and perform simple arithmetic (Experience in handling money preferred)
• Building Customer Loyalty
• Managing Work
• Adaptability
• Building Trust
• Follow-up
• Communication

OTHER INFORMATION

• Frequent lifting of product up to 50 lbs. during the shift, infrequent lifting to 80 lbs.
• Must be able to climb on and off the box of the truck
• Frequent bending, squatting, pushing, and pulling
• Must be able to work in confined spaces