HazMat Retail Driver - CDL(B)
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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Foodservice, Distribution, LogisticsIndustries
Requirements
- 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
- Must register to the FMCSA Clearinghouse
- Minimum of six months commercial driving experience (any industry) 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
- Must be able to read and communicate in the English language - able to hold a conversation, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and enter information on reports and records
- Ability to lift/carry/push/pull 20 to 80+ lbs. of product repetitively during each shift
- Comfortable driving and working in inclement weather conditions with frequent stops (10+ per shift)
Responsibilities
- Safely drive trucks to customers and meet scheduled customer delivery times
- Carefully unload products from the trailer with a two-wheeler, pallet jack, or by hand and place in designated customer storage areas
- Verify accuracy of delivery with customers and obtain proper signatures
- Handle collections and payments from customers when applicable
- Professionally perform customer service responsibilities to enhance our client experience
- Perform all pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What is the pay rate for the Class A Truck Driver position?
Delivery Drivers make $33.95/hour, with an increase up to $38.20/hour after 6 months. There is also a $15,000 retention bonus for eligible new hires.
What benefits are offered for this driver role?
Benefits begin on day 1 and include medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, strong safety culture, and much more.
Is this a remote position or does it require specific locations?
This is not a remote position; it requires safely driving trucks to customers with dispatch times between 12:00 AM and 5:00 AM, working Monday through Saturday.
What qualifications and skills are required for the truck driver job?
Candidates must be at least 21 years old with a valid CDL Class A, at least six months commercial driving experience (or three months in food/beverage), ability to lift 20-80+ lbs repetitively, work in inclement weather, and read/communicate in English. Ability to operate manual transmission is preferred.
What is the company culture like at US Foods for drivers?
US Foods has a culture of promoting from within, excellent training programs, continuous improvement, strong safety culture, and values integrity, reliability, collaborative spirit, and building customer 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