TRUCK DRIVER TRAINEE (Only 24h Left)
Company: Mclane Company, Inc.
Location: Hampton
Posted on: July 2, 2025
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Job Description:
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. On site CDLA
School that is fully paid by McLane. School is Monday - Friday in
Northfield, MN. - Pay Rate: $23.25 an hour while in school and
training. - Day 1 Benefits available: 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, 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. - Must obtain CDLA Permit
prior to entering CDLA class. - 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.
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