CDL Class A Delivery Driver

US Foods•Lexington, SC

24d•$21 - $53•Onsite

About The Position

US Foods is hiring a CDL A Delivery Driver to transport and deliver products to customers safely and on time. The role includes navigating highways and city streets, backing into tight docks, and unloading products into designated storage areas. Drivers provide professional customer service and are a key link to customer trust and reliability. Drivers start at $20.54 per hour during training and switch to component pay afterward, based on factors such as stops, miles, and cases. Drivers may average $52.64 per hour after training. Eligible new hires may receive a $5,000 retention bonus. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with dispatch between 3:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. and work continuing until finished. The position is located in Lexington, South Carolina.

Requirements

Register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse.
Be at least 21 years of age.
Hold a valid CDL Class A issued by the state of legal residence, with necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications.
Have at least 6 months of commercial driving experience in any industry, or at least 3 months of commercial driving experience in food and/or beverage delivery.
Be able to read and communicate in English, including conversing, understanding highway traffic signs and signals, responding to official inquiries, and entering information on reports and records.
Be able to lift, carry, push, pull, or lower 20 to 80+ pounds repetitively during each shift.
Be able to drive and work in inclement weather and make frequent stops (10 or more per shift).
Be comfortable working in a multi-temperature environment as cold as 0 degrees.
Be able to perform the stated physical activities, including grasping and manipulating objects, sitting, standing, walking, driving, climbing, balancing, stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, reaching above the shoulder, twisting, and using manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

Ability to operate a manual transmission; this may be required at specific locations.

Responsibilities

Deliver products to customers in a timely and safe manner.
Unload products efficiently using a two-wheeler, ramp, or by hand, and place them in designated storage areas; the role involves 100% touch freight.
Verify deliveries with customers and secure signatures.
Provide professional service to enhance the customer experience.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections.
Handle collections and payments when applicable.
Perform other duties assigned by management.