Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $36.64 - $39.00
Work Schedule
On-call
Day Shifts
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
Life insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid Time Off
Job Description
US Foods is a leading foodservice distributor in the United States, known for providing high-quality food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other dining establishments. With a robust supply chain and a commitment to customer satisfaction, US Foods plays a pivotal role in the foodservice industry by ensuring timely delivery of diverse food products while upholding safety and professionalism. This company is dedicated to supporting its employees through competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and strong leadership, making it a desirable workplace for those seeking a stable yet rewarding career in logistics and delivery services.
The role of US Foods Delivery Driver is critical to the company’s operation, responsible for the safe and timely delivery of food products to customers. Drivers start at a competitive hourly wage of $36.64, with a scheduled increase to $39.00 per hour after one year, along with annual wage raises thereafter. The compensation structure is designed to reward experience and dedication, with top earners making over $125,000 annually including overtime. The workweek typically involves a four-day schedule, enabling drivers to achieve a healthy work-life balance while performing essential duties. Being home daily is a significant advantage of this role, eliminating the extended trips often associated with other commercial driving positions.
Delivery drivers at US Foods operate within a strong safety culture guided by excellent local leadership. Their responsibilities include driving trucks safely to meet scheduled customer delivery times, unloading products with appropriate equipment, verifying delivery accuracy, collecting payments when necessary, and providing exceptional customer service to enhance client satisfaction. The role requires physical stamina as it involves lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling heavy products regularly, as well as working in various weather conditions.
Candidates for this position must meet specific requirements, including being at least 21 years old and possessing a valid Class A CDL with the necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications. Registration with the FMCSA Clearinghouse is mandatory to comply with Department of Transportation regulations. Preferred qualifications include experience operating manual transmission vehicles and prior commercial driving experience, especially in food or beverage delivery.
US Foods emphasizes the well-being of its employees by offering benefits from day one, such as low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) plans with enhanced company contributions, and an employee stock purchase plan. The company’s culture promotes integrity, reliability, and collaboration, aiming to help its drivers not only succeed on the road but also achieve long-term career success. Overall, the US Foods Delivery Driver position presents a lucrative, stable, and fulfilling opportunity for professional drivers seeking to advance in the foodservice distribution industry.
The role of US Foods Delivery Driver is critical to the company’s operation, responsible for the safe and timely delivery of food products to customers. Drivers start at a competitive hourly wage of $36.64, with a scheduled increase to $39.00 per hour after one year, along with annual wage raises thereafter. The compensation structure is designed to reward experience and dedication, with top earners making over $125,000 annually including overtime. The workweek typically involves a four-day schedule, enabling drivers to achieve a healthy work-life balance while performing essential duties. Being home daily is a significant advantage of this role, eliminating the extended trips often associated with other commercial driving positions.
Delivery drivers at US Foods operate within a strong safety culture guided by excellent local leadership. Their responsibilities include driving trucks safely to meet scheduled customer delivery times, unloading products with appropriate equipment, verifying delivery accuracy, collecting payments when necessary, and providing exceptional customer service to enhance client satisfaction. The role requires physical stamina as it involves lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling heavy products regularly, as well as working in various weather conditions.
Candidates for this position must meet specific requirements, including being at least 21 years old and possessing a valid Class A CDL with the necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications. Registration with the FMCSA Clearinghouse is mandatory to comply with Department of Transportation regulations. Preferred qualifications include experience operating manual transmission vehicles and prior commercial driving experience, especially in food or beverage delivery.
US Foods emphasizes the well-being of its employees by offering benefits from day one, such as low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) plans with enhanced company contributions, and an employee stock purchase plan. The company’s culture promotes integrity, reliability, and collaboration, aiming to help its drivers not only succeed on the road but also achieve long-term career success. Overall, the US Foods Delivery Driver position presents a lucrative, stable, and fulfilling opportunity for professional drivers seeking to advance in the foodservice distribution industry.
Job Requirements
- Register to the FMCSA Clearinghouse
- 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 in any industry or three months commercial driving experience in the food or beverage delivery industry
- Ability to operate manual transmission preferred
- Must be able to read and communicate in English
- Able to hold a conversation, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and enter information on reports and records
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 in any industry or three months commercial driving experience in the food or beverage delivery industry
- Ability to operate manual transmission preferred
- Must be able to read and communicate in English
- Able to hold a conversation, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and enter information on reports and records
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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