Driver Trainee

Gordon Food Service • Jackson, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Gordon Food Service is hiring a Driver Trainee in Jackson, Michigan. The trainee learns to drive a truck and obtain a CDL-A while working alongside drivers and building relationships with customers. The role involves delivering food products to restaurants, schools, hospitals, universities, and other customers. The company provides training and a truck; the trainee pays testing and license fees. A two-year commitment is required. The position requires unloading cases weighing up to 100 pounds and using a ramp and two-wheeler throughout the shift. A CDL-A permit is required to get started.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, with a start time between 3 AM and 5 AM and work continuing until the route is finished. Pay is $26.01 per hour. The posting states that licensed CDL-A drivers average $85,000–$95,000 per year and mentions bonuses and incentives.

Requirements

• Have a CDL-A permit to get started and be willing to obtain one.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Be able to operate a two-wheel cart with loads of up to 350 pounds.
• Be able to read, write, and communicate in English to read labels, pick lists, scanners, signage, company website information related to benefits and updates, complete paperwork, and follow verbal instructions.
• Successfully pass a drug test, including assessment of marijuana use, and a background check.
• Be registered through the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse and provide electronic consent.

Responsibilities

• Learn to drive a truck and obtain a CDL-A license.
• Work alongside drivers and build relationships with customers.
• Deliver food products to restaurants, schools, hospitals, universities, and other customers.
• Unload cases weighing up to 100 pounds and use a ramp and two-wheeler during the shift.

Benefits

• CDL-A training and truck provided; the trainee pays only testing and license fees.
• Affordable benefits plans start day one.
• Weekly pay.
• Wellness reimbursement.
• Profit sharing.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Bonuses and incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed