Driver, Trainee Hourly

About the Role

McLane Company, Inc. is seeking a Driver, Trainee Hourly. This role provides an opportunity to learn the essential functions of a Driver, including the accurate and timely distribution of products to various customer locations. As a Trainee, you will gain exposure to warehouse and other operational functions as part of the developmental process to become a McLane Driver.

Key Responsibilities

• Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and handle lines to secure.
• Operate 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.
• Operate Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH), document delivery receipts/product temperatures and exceptions.
• Inspect trailer to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport of product.
• Ride and train with a Driver Trainer of a tractor-trailer to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations and observing skills in starting the engine properly, approaching intersections, making turns, backing, parking, and maneuvering the 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.
• Assist the Driver in unloading the trailer and delivering product into customer premises.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Meet eligibility requirements in the McLane Transfer and Promotion Policy.
• 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.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, squat, and stoop to accomplish essential job functions.
• Ability to read and comprehend labels, instructions, and bills of lading.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations to verify quantities of product.
• Ability to communicate with customers, management, and other teammates.
• Ability to safely drive a tractor-trailer, use a 2-wheeled dolly, ramp, and on-board PeopleNet devices.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely.

Qualifications

• Safety-focused
• Reliable
• Adaptable
• Dedicated