Class A CDL Trainee

About the Role

Core-Mark International is seeking a Class A CDL Trainee to join their team. This is an entry-level driver training role focused on food and food service delivery.

Pay and Schedule

• Pay: $20.00 per/hr
• Schedule: 4 Day work week - Sunday (night) to Thursday (night)

Key Responsibilities

• Successfully complete the Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program.
• Assist designated driver trainers with deliveries and routes.
• Perform required safety checks (pre/post trip) and inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety standards.
• Report all safety issues and/or required repairs immediately.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines.
• Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight, and perform count checks of items.
• Check and complete all required paperwork associated with freight accurately.
• Move tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
• Drive to and deliver customer orders according to a predetermined route delivery schedule.
• Unload products from the trailer and transport items into designated customer storage areas.
• Perform damage control checks on items and verify delivery with customers, obtaining proper signatures.
• Collect money (cash or checks) where required.
• Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns, completing necessary paperwork.
• Unload all equipment, materials, and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Complete daily record of hours of service and enter logs in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in the tractor, loading dock area, and keep trailers clear and clean.
• Communicate and interact with customers, vendors, and co-workers professionally.
• Function as a team member and perform any assigned duty.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• CDL A Permit (or ability to attain)
• DOT Health Card (or ability to attain)
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years
• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
• 21 years of age
• Valid current DOT Health Card

Qualifications

• Internal PFG Candidates: 1 year of service in good standing, able to attain CDL Permit and DOT Health Card.
• External Driver School Direct Hire: 0-6 months experience.
• External Entry Level Hire: 6-12 months experience.
• Must meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable).
• Must pass pre-employment drug test.
• Must pass road test.
• Able to hand-lift and utilize two-wheeler, lift gate and/or other equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight of varying size and weight (product generally ranges from approximately 60 to 90 pounds).