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CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

excellent pay
Productivity incentives
Most Driver Trainees have daily routes and are home nightly
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Ongoing job skills and leadership development training
Career growth opportunities
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
generous retirement benefits
Employee Discount Programs
Service recognition and employee rewards
Discounts on Sysco stock
referral programs
safety programs
Tuition Reimbursement
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Job Description

Sysco is a premier global leader in selling, marketing, and distributing food products to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments, and other foodservice and hospitality businesses. Established with a commitment to quality and service, Sysco operates extensively across North America and beyond, offering a broad range of products including fresh and frozen foods, meats, produce, dairy, and kitchen supplies. As a highly respected foodservice distributor, Sysco’s mission centers around delivering unparalleled customer satisfaction by providing timely, safe, and efficient deliveries to a diverse customer base. The company’s dedication to innovation, operational excellence, and superior customer relationships has solidified its position as an industry leader.

Sysco is currently seeking dependable and professional local CDL A Delivery Truck Drivers to join their dynamic logistics team. This role involves the safe and efficient operation of a tractor-trailer to transport and manually unload or deliver various products such as meats, produce, frozen foods, groceries, dry goods, and other supplies directly to customer locations following an assigned route schedule. The position is ideal for motivated individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess excellent customer service skills, and are committed to maintaining safety standards at all times. Drivers are critical ambassadors of Sysco, responsible not only for timely deliveries but also for establishing and nurturing strong relationships with customers through a positive and friendly attitude. Familiarity with customer operations aids in better meeting their unique needs and expectations.

Employment in this role is full-time with excellent compensation packages that include competitive pay plus productivity incentives. Drivers typically have daily routes and are home nightly, which enhances work-life balance. The company values its employees, offering substantial benefits from the first day of eligibility, typically following 31 days from the hire date, which includes comprehensive healthcare and retirement plans, paid vacations and holidays, and opportunities for ongoing training and career advancement. Sysco encourages internal promotions, emphasizing career growth for dedicated team members. The role requires physical stamina, as drivers may need to handle freight weighing between 40 to 60 pounds on average, with occasional loads reaching up to 100 pounds. Flexibility in working hours is necessary to meet business demands, including overtime, weekends, and holidays.

This opportunity is perfect for skilled CDL A drivers with a clean driving record who can communicate effectively in English and are prepared to provide excellent service that sustains Sysco’s reputation as the foodservice industry leader. If you are ready to drive success and grow with a company passionate about food and customer satisfaction, Sysco invites you to apply and become a valued member of its team.

Job Requirements

  • Must submit to a pre-employment background check and drug screen
  • license to drive - valid Class A Commercial Driver License with a clean driving record
  • commercial vehicle drivers must have the ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records
  • touch freight - may need to lift, push or move product weighing an average of 40-60 pounds and as much as 100 pounds repeatedly
  • flexibility - overtime as required, weekends and holidays as business needs require
  • 21+ years of age

Job Qualifications

  • 21+ years of age
  • valid Class A Commercial Driver License with a clean driving record
  • ability to read, speak, and understand English sufficiently for highway safety and customer communication
  • strong customer service skills
  • physical ability to handle freight weighing up to 100 pounds
  • flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and holidays
  • 1 year customer delivery experience preferred
  • 6 months hand cart or hand truck experience preferred
  • 6 months food and beverage experience preferred
  • 2 years consistent work history preferred

Job Duties

  • Safely operate tractor-trailer to deliver a variety of food and supply products to customer locations
  • Follow assigned route schedule ensuring timely deliveries
  • Manually unload and handle freight, including lifting, pushing, or moving products weighing up to 100 pounds
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with customers through friendly and professional interactions
  • Comply with all safety regulations and company policies during deliveries
  • Maintain accurate delivery records and complete necessary paperwork
  • Communicate clearly with dispatch and customers regarding delivery status and issues

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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