Job Description

Join Our Team as a Truck Driver Trainee at McLane Company, Inc.

Are you ready to kickstart your career in the transportation industry? As a Truck Driver Trainee , you’ll receive hands-on training in essential driving and operational functions, ensuring safe product delivery while adhering to regulations. You’ll learn from experienced drivers in a paid CDLA training program, setting you up for success as a full-fledged McLane Driver!

What You'll Learn

As a valued teammate, you’ll gain exposure to various operational functions, including:

• Accurate and timely distribution of products to customer locations.
• Warehouse operations and logistics.

Training Details

On-site CDLA School: Fully paid by McLane, Monday - Friday in Northfield, MN.

• Pay Rate: $23.25 an hour during training.
• Day 1 Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave accrual, and educational assistance program.

Essential Job Functions

During your training, you’ll work side-by-side with a Driver Trainer to master the following:

• Maneuvering the tractor to attach trailers and secure them.
• Operating the truck safely in compliance with all regulations and company policies.
• Inspecting tractor-trailer equipment for defects and submitting DOT inspection reports.
• Using Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH) to document deliveries and product conditions.
• Riding with the Driver Trainer to learn commercial driving regulations and skills.
• Maintaining driver logs according to DOT regulations.
• Assisting in unloading trailers and delivering products to customers.

Minimum Requirements

To thrive in this role, you should meet the following criteria:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Must obtain CDLA Permit prior to entering CDLA class.
• Complete training and receive Class A CDL in 6 months or less.
• Ability to load/unload and deliver all products ordered by McLane customers.
• Physical capability to stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, squat, and stoop.
• Ability to read and comprehend labels, instructions, and bills of lading.
• Perform mathematical calculations to verify product quantities.
• Communicate effectively with customers, management, and teammates.
• Safely drive a tractor-trailer and use necessary equipment.

Working Conditions

• Work environment includes distribution centers, transportation departments, and customer facilities.
• Conditions may involve moderate noise, vehicle vibrations, and varying weather.
• Regular travel, including overnight trips.

At McLane Company, we prioritize safety with our motto: WORK SAFE, HOME SAFE. All prospective teammates undergo a pre-hire screening process to ensure your safety and well-being.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. 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.

Keywords:

truck driver trainee, CDL training, product delivery, operational functions, safety regulations, driving skills, logistics, warehouse operations, transportation, McLane company

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