Delivery Driver CDL-A Trainee

Upper Lakes Foods•Janesville, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Delivery Driver Trainee at Upper Lakes Foods' Janesville, WI location, you’ll be part of an energetic team that keeps our customers smiling with every delivery. With a competitive pay rate of $23.00 an hour, you’ll find that our commitment to your growth and success is as strong as your desire to deliver quality food products. This role isn’t just a job; it’s your chance to learn about logistics, enhance your driving skills, and contribute to a customer-centric mission. Every day holds something new, from navigating fresh routes to building relationships with our valued clients. You will receive great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, and Health Savings Account. So why wait? Come drive your career forward and become an essential part of the Upper Lakes Foods family! Upper Lakes Foods is the largest independent, wholesale food distributor in Minnesota. The company has three facilities located in Cloquet, MN, Northfield, MN and Janesville, WI. We distribute food throughout the Upper Midwest. Upper Lakes Foods specializes in serving foodservice operators such as independent restaurants, assisted living facilities, schools, and national and regional foodservice chain accounts with a strong focus on customer service. Simply put, the mission is to build value for each customer, employee, supplier and community we serve by bringing the best; the best products, best people and best ideas.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
CDL A permit.
Must be 21 years or older.
Must be able to pass the Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) standards to meet hiring and insurability criteria.
Strong comprehension of basic warehouse and delivery operations.
Physical agility is key; you'll frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds and occasionally more.
Excellent communication skills are necessary for effective interaction during deliveries.
Ability to maintain balance and coordination while maneuvering a loaded two-wheel cart down ramps.
Regular attendance is crucial.

Nice To Haves

No prior experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

Manually unloading products using a two-wheel cart on metal truck ramps.
Working diligently in the truck's cooler and freezer sections.
Checking customer invoices.
Completing essential temperature checks to guarantee the quality of our food products.
Performing safety inspections of the truck and trailer.
Establishing effective relationships within the department and community.
Working towards setting the stage for your driving knowledge and skills as you prepare for the Class A license test.
Taking on additional assignments as directed by management.