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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
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Healthcare benefits
Retirement benefits
Employee Discount Programs
referral programs
safety programs
Tuition Reimbursement
uniforms
Career growth opportunities

Job Description

Sysco is a leading global foodservice distribution company known for its extensive product offerings and commitment to customer satisfaction. With a rich history and dedication to innovation, Sysco serves a wide range of customers including restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, hospitality businesses, and other foodservice operations. As industry leaders, Sysco emphasizes safety, reliability, and exceptional service in all aspects of their operations. The company continuously invests in employee development, offering a supportive work environment where individuals can grow their careers while contributing to the company's success. Sysco prides itself on delivering high-quality food products such as meats, produce, frozen foods, groceries, dry goods, and supplies, ensuring customers receive fresh and reliable deliveries on schedule.

The role of a local CDL A Delivery Truck Driver at Sysco is a crucial position responsible for safely and efficiently operating a tractor-trailer to deliver a variety of products directly to customer locations. This position requires a dependable individual who is not only skilled in driving but also able to build strong customer relationships through a positive and friendly attitude. Drivers are expected to become familiar with the specific needs and operations of their assigned customers to provide excellent service tailored to those requirements. The job involves manually unloading products, which includes handling freight that may weigh between 40-60 pounds on average and up to 100 pounds repeatedly. Flexibility is important as drivers may be required to work overtime, weekends, and holidays depending on business needs. Sysco offers competitive pay including productivity incentives, and most driver trainees follow daily routes that allow them to be home nightly. Employees benefit from comprehensive healthcare packages, paid vacation and holidays, ongoing skill development, and opportunities for career advancement as the company promotes from within. Additional benefits include retirement plans, employee discounts, referral programs, safety initiatives, tuition reimbursement, and uniforms, among others. Overall, this position is ideal for drivers seeking stability, growth, and a chance to be part of an industry-leading team dedicated to excellence in food distribution.

Job Requirements

  • Must submit to a pre-employment background check and drug screen
  • Ability to lift, push, or move products weighing 40-60 pounds and up to 100 pounds
  • Flexibility to work overtime, weekends and holidays as required
  • Must have a clean driving record
  • Ability to understand and respond to highway traffic signs and official inquiries in English
  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Valid Class A CDL license

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum 21 years of age
  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with a clean driving record
  • Ability to read, speak, and understand English sufficiently for communication and compliance
  • Preferred 1 year customer delivery experience
  • Preferred 6 months hand cart or hand truck experience
  • Preferred 6 months food and beverage industry experience
  • Preferred 2 years consistent work history

Job Duties

  • Safely operate a tractor-trailer to deliver products to assigned customer locations
  • Manually unload and handle freight weighing 40-60 pounds and up to 100 pounds repeatedly
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with customers using friendly and professional communication
  • Follow assigned route schedules to ensure timely deliveries
  • Understand customer operations to meet their specific needs and expectations
  • Comply with all traffic laws and safety regulations
  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure equipment safety

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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