CDL A Driver Trainee

Job overview

The CDL A Driver Trainee role is an onsite position based in Florissant, MO. The compensation for this role is $80,000 to $90,000 per year, supporting the distribution and supply chain operations at McLane Company, Inc. This role exists to provide hands-on training and coaching to prepare individuals for a full Driver position. The trainee will work alongside experienced trainers to learn safe vehicle operation, equipment inspection, and delivery procedures to ensure efficient service to customers.

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

florissant mo

mclane

cdl a

driver trainee

paid training

$80k-$90k

distribution

logistics

no on-call

weekend work required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance, paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave.

Why this role

Paid training, Day 1 benefits, $3,000 referral bonus, 401(k) profit sharing after 90 days.

About the employer

Mclane Company, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: General Warehousing and Storage. Sector: 49.