CDL A Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Advance Your CDL-A Career!

Our drivers play a crucial role in transporting, supplying, and supporting some of America’s most beloved brands. With a commitment to reliability and safety, we have established ourselves as a leader in the industry for over 130 years. Join our organization and experience the difference in driving—we offer competitive pay, strong client partnerships, and ensure you return home safely and frequently. This is why many of our drivers enjoy long-lasting careers with us.

Reliable Benefits:

• Compensation: Drivers earn between $88,000 and $97,000.
• Top performers can make over $100,000.
• Retention Bonus: Up to $7,500 for CDL-A drivers.
• Referral Bonus: $3,000 for referring other CDL-A drivers.
• Pay Structure: Compensation based on hourly rates, mileage, stops, and cases.
• Routes: Local and regional, with early evening dispatch and overnight deliveries.
• Benefits start on Day 1: Includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick leave accrue from the first day.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan available after 90 days.
• Additional perks: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discounts, tuition reimbursement, and more!

Your Role as a CDL-A Delivery Driver:

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the tractor-trailer, submitting a DOT inspection report detailing its condition.
• Verify the accuracy of the bill of lading and store keys during off-hour deliveries.
• Drive the tractor-trailer to designated locations, utilizing knowledge of commercial driving regulations and vehicle maneuvering skills.
• Maintain a driver log (Manual or Peoplenet) in compliance with DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipts, product temperatures, and any exceptions.
• Unload the trailer and deliver products to customer locations.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Qualifications for a CDL-A Teammate:

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Possess a valid Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL-A).
• Have a minimum of 1 year or 50,000 verifiable miles of experience driving a tractor-trailer.
• Meet our organization’s MVR and risk rating standards.
• This role requires proficiency in reading, writing, and understanding English to effectively perform job-related tasks, including following work instructions and safety protocols.

Are You a Good Fit? We Want You!

• Safety-oriented
• Dependable
• Flexible
• Committed

Driving America Forward—Together

Since 1894, we have been paving our way as a leader in the distribution sector. Our extensive nationwide network of team members has enabled us to remain responsive to our clients in the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce fields for over 130 years. Looking ahead, we are excited to continue making significant strides in the industry by integrating the latest technology, enhancing team member training, and fostering a people-centered culture.

All candidates may undergo a background check and drug screening, in accordance with applicable laws.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please refer to our official documentation.