Backhaul Driver - Knoxville at US Foods

Alcoa, Tennessee, United States

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$66,560 – $70,720Compensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Food Distribution, Logistics, TransportationIndustries

Requirements

Register to the FMCSA Clearinghouse
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have valid CDL Class A issued by the state of legal residence with necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications
Minimum of six months commercial driving experience or three months commercial driving experience in the food and/or beverage delivery industry
Ability to operate manual transmission preferred; may be required in specific locations
Willingness to travel 2-3 times per week required
Must be able to read and communicate in the English language - able to hold a conversation, to understand highway traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and to enter information on reports and records
Comfortable driving and working in inclement weather conditions with frequent stops (10+ per shift)
Must be able to perform coupling procedures for the Tractor/Trailer

Responsibilities

Safely drive truck to vendors and company drop-off sites
Verify freight on truck, required trailer temperatures and accuracy of freight with vendors
Return tractor and trailer to division when route is completed
Perform all pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspection

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

CDL Class ADOT qualificationscommercial drivingtractor-trailer couplingpre-trip inspectionpost-trip inspectionmanual transmission

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay rate for the Backhaul Driver position?

Backhaul Drivers earn $32-$34 an hour.

What benefits are offered to Backhaul Drivers?

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, strong safety culture, and much more.

Is this a remote position or does it require travel?

The role requires safely driving a truck to vendors and company drop-off sites with frequent stops (10+ per shift) and willingness to travel 2-3 times per week.

What qualifications and skills are required for the Backhaul Driver role?

Requirements include being at least 21 years old, valid CDL Class A with endorsements and DOT qualifications, minimum six months commercial driving experience (or three months in food/beverage delivery), ability to operate manual transmission preferred, and registration to the FMCSA Clearinghouse.

What is the company culture like at US Foods?

US Foods has a culture of promoting from within, excellent training programs, continuous improvement focus, strong safety culture, and values integrity, reliability, collaborative spirit, and building trusting relationships.

US Foods

Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About US Foods

US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters

1853Year Founded

$340.5KTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.

$500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.

Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.

Differentiation

US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.

The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.

US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.

Upsides

Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.

Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.

Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.

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