TRUCK DRIVER TRAINEE
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
A teammate in this position learns the essential functions of the Driver job including the accurate and timely distribution of products to various customer locations. The Driver Trainee gains exposure to warehouse and other operational functions as part of the developmental process of becoming a McLane Driver.
Pay Rate: $24.70 an hour while in training. Day 1 Benefits available: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.Get paid early. Get paid fast. 401(k) with annual company match.Paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave accrual, educational assistance program, and more!
Essential Job Functions
A teammate in this job will train side-by-side with a Driver Trainer to acquire the skills necessary to perform the following functions:
Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and handle lines to secure.Operates truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.Inspect tractor-trailer equipment for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection report indicating condition.Operates Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH), document delivery receipts/product temperatures and exceptions. Inspects trailer to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport of product.Rides and trains with Driver Trainer of tractor-trailer to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations and observing the Driver’s skill in starting engine properly, approaching intersections, making turns, backing, parking, and maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises.Maintain driver log (Manual or PeopleNet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.Assists the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product into customer premises.
Minimum Requirements
A teammate in this position must
High School Diploma or GED preferred.Be at least 21 years of age.Meet eligibility requirements in the McLane Transfer and Promotion Policy.Complete training and receive Class A CDL in 6 months or less.Ability and willingness to select/load/unload and/or deliver ALL products that may be ordered by McLane customers.Stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, squat, and stoop to accomplish the essential job functions.Read and comprehend labels, instructions, and bills of lading.Perform mathematical calculations to verify quantities of product.Communicate with customers, management, and other teammates.Safely drive a tractor-trailer, use a 2-wheeled dolly, ramp, and on board PeopleNet devices.
Working Conditions
The environment encompasses all areas of a distribution center, transportation department, shop and customer facilities.Working conditions could contain moderate noise, vibration of vehicle and extreme weather conditions depending on climate.Regular and frequent travel, including overnight.
WORK SAFE HOME SAFE is one of our mottos at McLane Company. Your safety and ability to do your job and get home to your family is why all prospective teammates go through a pre-hire screening process.
Candidates will be subject to a background check and drug screen in accordance with applicable laws.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Primary Location United States-Texas-Lewisville
Work Locations FB608 DC Lewisville
Job Driver Trainee
Schedule Full-time
Shift 1st - Day
Employee Status Regular
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