Driver, Trainee Hourly

Driver, Trainee HourlyTake your career further with McLane! Earn $80,000–$90,000+ Annually. Join McLane's New CK St. Louis Location. McLane is hiring experienced CDL-A Delivery Drivers for our new CK St. Louis location. Backed by more than 130 years of industry leadership, McLane offers stable work, strong customer relationships, Day 1 benefits, and the support to build a long-term career. If you're looking for more than just your next route, now is the time to join McLane at CK St. Louis. As a McLane CDL-A Delivery Driver, you'll safely deliver products to customers, represent some of America's most trusted brands, and play an essential role in keeping businesses moving. Every route offers the opportunity to earn competitive pay, provide outstanding service, and be part of a team that's been moving America forward for more than 130 years.Why Join McLane? Pay Rate while in training: $20.50 an hour. Pay Rate: Drivers make $80,000 to $90,000 after training. Pay Structure: Hourly, Miles, Stops, and Cases. Team Routes that average 20-24 hours. Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance. Paid holidays, earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one. 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days. Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!What you'll do as a Driver Trainee: 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. Other duties as assigned.Qualifications you'll bring as a Driver Trainee Teammate: High School Diploma or GED preferred. Be at least 21 years of age. Meet eligibility requirements in the McLane Transfer and Promotion Policy. Complete training and receive Class A CDL in 6 months or less. 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. This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.Safety-focused Reliable Adaptable Dedicated Moving America forward — together. We've been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.