
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $39.25 - $41.25
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Pre-tax spending accounts
Retirement benefits
Paid Time Off
short-term disability
long-term disability
Employee stock purchase plan
Life insurance
Job Description
US Foods is a leading foodservice distributor in the United States, known for its robust distribution network and commitment to delivering quality products to a diverse range of customers. The company has a rich history of growth and innovation within the foodservice industry, combined with a culture that emphasizes promoting from within, excellent employee training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives. Their operations span a comprehensive network of foodservice products and services, supporting restaurants, healthcare institutions, hospitality entities, and other food-related businesses across the country.
This specific opportunity is for a driver position based in Rochester, Minnesota, offering a competitive starting pay of $39.25 per hour with a work schedule from Monday through Friday, averaging a 4am start time. The role entails driving delivery trucks safely and efficiently to meet scheduled customer delivery times, carefully unloading products, verifying deliveries, handling customer payments, and ensuring excellent customer service. Drivers will also be responsible for performing necessary vehicle inspections before and after trips. This position requires physical ability to lift and handle heavy products, occasional work in adverse weather, and making frequent stops.
The role is essential to the US Foods team as drivers serve as the face of the company to customers and embody the company’s core values of integrity, reliability, and service excellence. This is a career-oriented role supported by a company that values continuous learning and advancement opportunities. Drivers will join a team dedicated to helping customers succeed while also fostering personal and professional growth within the organization. Benefits are comprehensive and include health insurance, retirement savings plans, paid time off, disability coverage, an employee stock purchase plan, life insurance, and more.
This role requires the candidate to meet Department of Transportation regulations, including registration to the FMCSA Clearinghouse. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid Class A CDL with necessary endorsements, and have relevant commercial driving experience. The ability to read and communicate effectively in English is also mandatory. Manual transmission driving skills are preferred and may be required in certain locations.
US Foods prides itself on its supportive work environment where employees are empowered and rewarded for their dedication. By joining US Foods as a driver, candidates become part of a stable, respected company with a commitment to excellence, safety, and community impact. This position combines competitive compensation, a structured schedule, and a clear path for advancement, making it an excellent choice for experienced commercial drivers seeking long-term career growth in the foodservice distribution field.
This specific opportunity is for a driver position based in Rochester, Minnesota, offering a competitive starting pay of $39.25 per hour with a work schedule from Monday through Friday, averaging a 4am start time. The role entails driving delivery trucks safely and efficiently to meet scheduled customer delivery times, carefully unloading products, verifying deliveries, handling customer payments, and ensuring excellent customer service. Drivers will also be responsible for performing necessary vehicle inspections before and after trips. This position requires physical ability to lift and handle heavy products, occasional work in adverse weather, and making frequent stops.
The role is essential to the US Foods team as drivers serve as the face of the company to customers and embody the company’s core values of integrity, reliability, and service excellence. This is a career-oriented role supported by a company that values continuous learning and advancement opportunities. Drivers will join a team dedicated to helping customers succeed while also fostering personal and professional growth within the organization. Benefits are comprehensive and include health insurance, retirement savings plans, paid time off, disability coverage, an employee stock purchase plan, life insurance, and more.
This role requires the candidate to meet Department of Transportation regulations, including registration to the FMCSA Clearinghouse. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid Class A CDL with necessary endorsements, and have relevant commercial driving experience. The ability to read and communicate effectively in English is also mandatory. Manual transmission driving skills are preferred and may be required in certain locations.
US Foods prides itself on its supportive work environment where employees are empowered and rewarded for their dedication. By joining US Foods as a driver, candidates become part of a stable, respected company with a commitment to excellence, safety, and community impact. This position combines competitive compensation, a structured schedule, and a clear path for advancement, making it an excellent choice for experienced commercial drivers seeking long-term career growth in the foodservice distribution field.
Job Requirements
- Register to the FMCSA Clearinghouse
- Be at least 21 years old
- Possess a valid CDL Class A license with necessary endorsements
- Meet DOT qualification requirements
- Have minimum of six months commercial driving experience or three months in food/beverage delivery
- Ability to operate manual transmission preferred
- Ability to read and communicate in English
Job Qualifications
- 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 (any industry) or three months commercial driving experience in the food and/or beverage delivery industry
- Ability to operate manual transmission preferred
- Must be able to read and communicate in the English language
Job Duties
- 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 inspection
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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