CDL-A Trainee – CDL-A Required

McLane•Baldwinsville, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Driver, Trainee Component 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. McLane has been a leader in the distribution industry since 1894, building an expansive nationwide network of team members for over 130 years. They stay agile for clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries by embracing new technology, continuing team member training, and emphasizing a people-centered culture.

Requirements

Possess a Class A CDL.
Be at least 21 years of age.
Meet eligibility requirements in the McLane Transfer and Promotion Policy.
Ability and willingness to select/load/unload and/or deliver ALL products that may be ordered by McLane customers.
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. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role.
Safety-focused
Reliable
Adaptable
Dedicated

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

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.
Provides customer service including on-time delivery of undamaged product, product returns and issuing valid customer credits.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Pay Rate while in training: $24.50
Pay Rate: Drivers make $78,000 to $95,000 after training.
Pay Structure: Hourly, Miles, Stops, and Cases after training.
Home daily.
Route schedule will vary.
CDL-A drivers will need to be available for overnight loads.
Team driving
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!