CDL A Delivery Driver - SYGMA - Indianapolis, IN

Sysco • Indianapolis, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

SYGMA is seeking a dedicated CDL A Delivery Driver to join their team in Indianapolis, IN. This role focuses on safely and efficiently transporting products from the warehouse to various customers using a tractor-trailer. The company emphasizes teamwork, internal talent development, and providing excellent customer service. Drivers typically run 2-4 routes per week, with hours not exceeding 36-38 per week. SYGMA offers paid training and a compensation structure that includes route pay plus bonuses, with top earners making up to $150,000 annually. The company utilizes highly maintained, automatic tractor-trailers and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED/equivalent degree, plus 1 year of tractor trailer driving experience preferred.
• Completion of a tractor trailer driving school will be accepted instead of, or in addition to a high school diploma.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
• Must be insurable to operate a vehicle as a condition of initial and continued employment.
• Knowledge of: DOT regulations; Hazmat guidelines; Safe lifting and delivery practices.
• Skill in: driving over long distances, over a variety of terrains and in varying weather conditions, communicating with customers; solving problems; delivering products.
• Ability to: drive a tractor-trailer unit both in the day and at night, remain alert and aware of surroundings; meet or exceed minimum productivity levels established by the Company; handle hazardous materials and food and restaurant items that are frozen, dry and refrigerated; operate a 3 axle tractor, 45' - 48' trailer, straight truck, on board computer, key pad and a 2 wheel hand cart.
• Perform basic math functions (e.g. add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Effectively plan and organize work activities independent of direct supervision; solve problems.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Unloads product from trailer, by hand or using a hand cart down ramps, stairs, or docks, in all weather conditions and places in designated customer storage areas according to customer specifications and company standards.
• Ensures all paperwork is completed according to established company and governmental guidelines (e.g., DOT electronic or manual logs, inspections, company vehicle maintenance reports and pre- and post-trip reports are completed accurately and submitted on a timely basis, ensures all invoices are accurate and turned in daily and all damages and shortages are reported promptly).
• Ensures all food safety protocols are met according to established guidelines (e.g., proper temperatures are maintained in the delivery vehicle, product is inspected for visible damages prior to delivery, product is delivered and stored to prevent cross contamination) and maintains sanitary conditions in tractor and trailer; assists with maintaining sanitary conditions in the warehouse and yard.
• Develops and establishes good relationships with customers by providing excellent and courteous service with clear communication.
• Other duties as assigned by Management.

Benefits

• 10 Paid Holidays!
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Benefits active on the 1st of the month after 31 days of employment.
• 401k and Sysco Stock Purchase Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED