CDL-A Transport Specialist

Job Summary

In the role of a US FOODS Driver, you will be an indispensable team member and a recognizable figure representing our company. Your role will be pivotal in delivering our products to customers at their specified drop-off locations.

Roles and Duties:

• Ensure the safe transportation of goods by driving trucks to customers and meeting specified delivery deadlines
• Employ a two-wheeler, pallet jack, or physical effort to unload merchandise from the trailer and position them in the designated customer storage zones
• Validate the correctness of the delivery through customer verification and obtaining the correct signatures
• Take care of customer collections and payments when necessary
• Enhance client satisfaction through the proficient delivery of customer service responsibilities
• Ensure comprehensive evaluations of equipment pre-departure and upon return

Physical Requirements

• It is essential for individuals to be able to lift, carry, push, and pull products weighing 20 to 80+ pounds throughout the shift on a repetitive basis
• Being at ease with driving and working in inclement weather, including frequent stops (10 or more per shift), is a prerequisite

What You Bring to the Table

• Become a member of the FMCSA Clearinghouse by registering
• You need to be a minimum of 21 years of age
• An individual must hold a legitimate CDL Class A issued by their state of legal residence, complete with the required endorsements and in accordance with DOT standards
• Minimum of six months commercial driving experience (any industry) OR three months commercial driving experience in the food and/or beverage delivery industry required
• Experience with manual transmission is preferred and might be mandatory in certain locations
• The job necessitates the ability to communicate effectively in English, interpret traffic signs on highways, cooperate with authorities, and input data accurately.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Remuneration is contingent on the relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, job role, location, and other factors as stipulated by the law.
• The overtime compensation and retention bonus will be given to the individual in this role, as appropriate.
• This position offers benefits such as healthcare insurance, pre-tax accounts, retirement options, paid leave, disability support, opportunities for stock purchase, and life insurance coverage.

Why US Foods

US Foods assists our clientele in Building It, by delivering products and services that impact the societies in which we are actively involved. For qualified and visionary staff, there are plentiful prospects within our organization.

The US Foods team places great emphasis on the pivotal role that drivers fulfill within the organization, recognizing them as integral members whose dedication contributes significantly to the company's success. Upholding principles of trust and accountability, drivers are instrumental in fostering positive relationships with customers.

The bedrock of these initiatives lies in our cultural tenets, the essential components that characterize our dedication to our professional conduct, cooperative mindset, and client support. We collaborate to empower our customers to achieve their goals, all the while acknowledging the importance of aiding our drivers in their success

US Foods values Total Rewards as a way to recognize and incentivize our team members for their unwavering commitment and effort.