Driver-CDL

Eagle Distributing Inc • Fremont, NE

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The CDL Student is a temporary position that allows a candidate, with little to no experience operating a Class-A CDL motor vehicle, to complete our onsite certified training school and the opportunity to train with a professional Driver Trainer through a robust training program. This training program will teach advanced driving techniques such as: under-the-hood knowledge, parking, backing in, and turning of an Eagle Delivery Truck as well as general vehicle operations with the objective of having the trainee obtain a Class-A CDL. Upon successful completion of the program, it is intended, based on availability at the time of training completion, that the employee will transition to a delivery driver role.

Requirements

• 19 years or older
• Ability to pass drug screening and classes
• Pass DOT physical and DOT Road Test
• Follow DOT Regulations
• Operating handheld computers (e.g., inputting data, entering transactions, printing, etc.)
• Operating equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, hand trucks, breakdowns, etc.)
• Ability to perform lifting, loading, and pushing/pulling a significantly high volume of cases per day ranging from 20-45 pounds per case repeatedly during work hours (8-10)

Responsibilities

• Attend classroom instruction and gain hands-on experience accompanying drivers on delivery routes.
• Learn and assist with rotating and stocking products on store shelves, displays, vending equipment, and in coolers.
• Learn to generate invoices and complete daily settlement of delivery orders.
• Interact regularly with store management and customers to support service execution.
• Participate in product delivery, customer service, and execution of promotions across multiple accounts daily.
• Operate company vehicles under the supervision of a certified trainer while working toward CDL qualification.
• Learn basic and advanced vehicle operations including forward driving, backing, turning, and maneuvering in tight spaces.
• Assist in servicing all scheduled customers within the daily route.
• Operate pallet jacks and assist in loading/unloading product from trucks.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with account contacts.
• Follow all company operating procedures (e.g., scan-in/scan-out, route compliance, delivery procedures).
• Comply with all DOT regulations and safety requirements.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.

Benefits

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness, and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
• 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution
• Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners
• Free Beer!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed