TRUCK DRIVER TRAINEE

McLane Company, Inc.; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Truck Driver Trainee, where you'll learn the essential functions of safe driving and product distribution. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience while training to become a certified driver. You'll navigate various customer locations, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries, while also engaging in warehouse operations. With a focus on safety and compliance, you'll be part of a team that values your well-being and professional growth. Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits from day one, including medical and dental insurance, educational assistance, and more. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career in transportation, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Educational assistance

Vacation time

Sick leave accrual

Company-paid life insurance

Qualifications

• Must have a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) before orientation.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a tractor-trailer and comply with all regulations.
• Inspect equipment and maintain driver logs as per DOT regulations.

Skills

Safe driving

Communication skills

Mathematical calculations

Ability to follow regulations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH)

PeopleNet devices

Job description

Job Description - TRUCK DRIVER TRAINEE (2500799)

A teammate in this position learns the essential functions of the Driver job including the accurate and timely distribution of products to various customer locations. The Driver Trainee gains exposure to warehouse and other operational functions as part of the developmental process of becoming a McLane Driver.

• Pay Rate: $27.00 an hour while in CDL school.
• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Vacation time, sick leave accrual, educational assistance program, and more!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and handle lines to secure.
• Operates truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Inspect tractor-trailer equipment for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection report indicating condition.
• Operates Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH), document delivery receipts/product temperatures and exceptions. Inspects trailer to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport of product.
• Rides and trains with Driver Trainer of tractor-trailer to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations and observing the Driver’s skill in starting engine properly, approaching intersections, making turns, backing, parking, and maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises.
• Maintain driver log (Manual or PeopleNet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.
• Assists the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product into customer premises.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• You MUST have your CLP (Commercial learners permit) prior to coming in for Employee orientation.
• Ability to PASS a DOT physical, Drug screen, and Motor Vehicle record review Prior to Employee orientation.
• Meet eligibility requirements in the McLane Transfer and Promotion Policy.
• Complete training and receive Class A CDL.
• 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.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The environment encompasses all areas of a distribution center, transportation department, shop and customer facilities.
• Working conditions could contain moderate noise, vibration of vehicle and extreme weather conditions depending on climate.
• Regular and frequent travel, including overnight.

WORK SAFE HOME SAFE is one of our mottos at McLane Company. Your safety and ability to do your job and get home to your family is why all prospective teammates go through a pre-hire screening process.

Candidates will be subject to a background check and drug screen in accordance with applicable laws.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.