CDL Class A Truck Driver

CDL Class A Truck Driver - $28-$32/hr. - Home Weekends

Kilwins is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver based in the Petoskey, MI, area to deliver Kilwins products to our franchise and company-owned stores. Specific route details to be determined.

Products originate from our Petoskey, Michigan Distribution Center , and this role plays a key part in ensuring stores receive their deliveries safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Our drivers play an important role in helping Kilwins stores create joyful experiences for customers every day by delivering the products that allow them to Deliver Happiness.

This position includes overnight travel Sunday/Monday through Thursday, with lodging and meal allowances provided.

Click on the "apply" button to answer a few brief questions, and then a detailed job application will follow.

Driver Snapshot
Pay: $28-$32 per hour + Overtime (averages 10-20 hours/week)
Schedule: Overnight routes Sunday/Monday - Thursday or Friday
Home Time: Home weekends
Travel: Multi-state store deliveries and/or transfer routes to Youngstown, OH, Indianapolis, IN or Florida Distribution Center
License Required: CDL Class A
Physical Work: Lift up to 75 lbs; unloading required at store locations
Travel Benefits: Lodging and meal allowances provided

What Makes a Successful Kilwins Driver & Delivery Team Member
This role is ideal for drivers who take pride in safe driving, professionalism, and customer service. Our drivers interact directly with Kilwins store teams and franchise owners, so we value individuals who represent the Kilwins brand with integrity, reliability, and respect.

Because deliveries involve hands-on unloading and direct interaction with stores, this position is best suited for drivers who enjoy a mix of driving, physical work, and supporting a team-oriented company culture.

Help Deliver Happiness
Kilwins has been crafting chocolates, ice cream, and confections since 1947, and our mission is simple: Deliver Happiness.

Our drivers play a vital role in supporting our caring franchise store owners and company stores by ensuring products arrive safely, on time, and in excellent condition so they can serve their customers with the quality Kilwins is known for.

What You'll Do

• Safely operate company CDL trucks delivering Kilwins products to franchise and company stores
• Load and unload trailers, ensuring merchandise arrives in good condition at the correct location and scheduled delivery time
• Plan efficient delivery routes using maps, routing tools, and electronic logging systems while adjusting for weather, traffic, and road conditions
• Schedule and coordinate pick-ups and drop-offs within and outside the State of Michigan
• Communicate delivery timing with store teams
• Maintain DOT and FMCSA compliance, including electronic logs and required documentation
• Maintain paperwork related to truck and trailer maintenance, including inspection reports, logbooks, and receipts
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Review loads with the shipping and receiving department prior to departure
• Report damaged items, delivery issues, or discrepancies to the Logistics Manager
• Operate electric pallet jacks, lift gates, forklifts, hand carts, and other material handling equipment
• Represent Kilwins by demonstrating our Core Values, Core Purpose, Core Operating Standards, and Brand Promise

Qualifications

• CDL Class A license required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read maps and determine best routes based on road and weather conditions
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
• Mechanical aptitude for basic diagnosis of equipment or safety issues
• Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, lift gates, and other material handling equipment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Ability to navigate stairs repeatedly using a heavy hand cart during store deliveries
• Ability to safely load and unload merchandise during delivery routes
• Must wear steel-toed boots (company reimbursement provided)

Why Drivers Like Working at Kilwins

• Competitive hourly pay
• Consistent overnight routes Sunday-Thursday
• Home weekends
• Lodging and meal allowance provided during overnight travel
• Supportive logistics and distribution team
• Opportunity to support a respected and growing national brand
• Kilwins drivers help support a network of passionate franchise store owners, company stores, and communities across the country.
• Every delivery helps bring the Kilwins experience to life.

Kilwins Information

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)