Driver Trainee - Milwaukee

Job overview

The Driver Trainee - Milwaukee is an onsite role based in Waukegan, IL. Compensation is not specified, though the company offers competitive pay and benefits to support its distribution operations for restaurant and retail clients. This role exists to provide comprehensive training for individuals to become professional drivers. The trainee learns essential distribution functions, gains exposure to warehouse operations, and develops the skills necessary to safely operate tractor-trailers while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and company standards.

What you'll do

• 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.
• Provides customer service including on-time delivery of undamaged product, product returns and issuing valid customer credits.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

waukegan il

mclane

cdl-a

driver trainee

safety-focused

reliable

adaptable

dedicated

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Day 1 medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, company-paid life insurance, paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave, 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan, pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

Industry-leading pay, strong and secure client relationships, and home-time focus.

About the employer

Mclane Company, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, Truckload. Sector: 48.