Support CDL Driver

Spee-Dee Delivery Service•Rochester, MN

12d

About The Position

The Support CDL Driver fills in on open, vacant, or temporarily unassigned routes to support daily delivery operations. The role requires flexibility to cover varying routes and schedules based on business needs while maintaining safety, service, and delivery standards. The schedule is generally Monday through Friday, starting at 7:00 AM and continuing until route completion. Drivers may cover variable shifts, are expected to work 10–15 hours of overtime each week, and may voluntarily work weekend overtime as needed. Overtime is paid at time and a half after 40 hours per week. The starting wage is $24.00–$30.75 per hour, based on experience, qualifications, skills, and internal equity. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered for CDL Class-A drivers. The position is full-time and nonexempt. Drivers may travel as required and must be able to pass a DOT physical and pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check. The job involves lifting up to 75 pounds and working with varied freight, including hazardous materials, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals. Spee Dee Delivery is a family-owned and operated company founded in 1978. Its core business is standard, next-day, ground delivery. The company is headquartered in St. Cloud, Minnesota, employs over 1,800 people, and operates throughout the Midwest.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Hold a valid CDL Class A driver's license or successfully complete the company-paid CDL training program.
Be able to operate a manual transmission.
Possess or be able to obtain a doubles/triples endorsement.
Have good customer service and organizational skills.
Be able to pass a DOT physical.
Be able to lift up to 75 pounds and perform the required range of physical movements, including grasping, standing, squatting, stair climbing, and walking, without limits.
Be able to work with varied freight, including hazardous materials, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals.
Pass a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Cover open, vacant, or temporarily unassigned routes based on business needs.
Assist drivers with morning duties, including sorting freight, loading trucks, and other tasks as needed.
Deliver and pick up freight from customers and shippers in a timely manner.
Inspect vehicles and report mechanical problems.
Collect payments as needed.
Verify pickup contents against shipping papers.
Notify management of problems or discrepancies.
Maintain a professional personal appearance and keep the vehicle clean.
Participate in weekly meetings and communicate goals and assignments.
Travel as required.
Perform other required duties as assigned.