CDL Class A Delivery Driver

Savannah, GA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

wellness benefits

performance-based bonus

Job Description

Cheney Brothers is a leading foodservice distribution company with a rich history and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional service to its customers. With over 3,000 dedicated employees, Cheney Brothers prides itself on a high-impact, supportive culture that empowers its team members to excel in their roles. The company offers world-class leadership, continuous learning opportunities, and comprehensive benefit packages designed to foster professional growth and career advancement. Cheney Brothers is recognized for creating an inclusive and respectful environment, supporting diversity and equal opportunity for all employees regardless of race, gender, age, or other protected characteristics. This commitment is reflected in their adherence to EEO policies and their dedication to providing a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to the company's ongoing success.

The CDL-A Driver position at Cheney Brothers is a critical role within the company’s food supply chain operations. This role is ideal for individuals who are safety-conscious, reliable, and customer-focused. Drivers are responsible for the safe and timely delivery of food and food-related products to various customer locations, ensuring that products arrive in excellent condition. The position offers a competitive daily pay rate of $270, translating to an average annual salary between $85,000 and $100,000. Additionally, there is potential for performance-based bonuses, recognizing exceptional service and dedication.

Working as a CDL-A Driver involves a Monday through Friday schedule with rotating Saturdays, with dispatch times starting as early as 3:00 a.m. Drivers operate tractor trailers or straight trucks, delivering locally as well as undertaking intrastate and interstate routes, including overnight and shuttle assignments. The role demands adherence to Department of Transportation regulations and company policies concerning safe driving and vehicle maintenance. Responsibilities extend beyond driving, as drivers are also tasked with vehicle inspections, freight loading and unloading, and maintaining accurate delivery documentation.

This position offers a meaningful career path in a company that values its employees, provides growth opportunities, and ensures a safe and inclusive work environment. Benefits begin on day one and include health and wellness programs, an employee stock purchase plan, 401(k) employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off, among others. At Cheney Brothers, drivers are not just delivery personnel; they are vital representatives of the company, building lasting relationships with customers while supporting the essential infrastructure that keeps America’s food distribution system running smoothly.

Job Requirements

Clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for past 3 years
Valid CDL-A license
Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
Pass road test
Attain or have valid DOT Health Card
Minimum 21 years of age
High school diploma or GED
12+ months commercial driving experience
Ability to lift and move freight of varying weights up to approximately 90 pounds
Meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements where applicable

Job Qualifications

12+ months commercial driving experience
High School Diploma/GED
Valid CDL-A
Must be 21+ years of age
Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)
Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years
Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
Pass road test
Attains or has valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card
Able to hand-lift and utilize two-wheeler, lift gate and/or other equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight of varying size and weight throughout shift
Product generally ranges from between 10-35 pounds and up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location

Job Duties

Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner
Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company
Performs all required safety checks (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations
Reports all safety issues and/or repairs required
Follows all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies
Immediately reports all safety hazards
Inspects trailer for properly loaded and secured freight
Performs count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded
Checks and completes in an accurate and in legible fashion all required paperwork associated with freight
Moves tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed
Drives to and delivers customer orders according to predetermined route delivery schedule
Unloads products from the trailer, transports items into designated customer storage areas
Performs damage control checks on items, scans, and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policy
Verifies delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures
Collects money (cash or checks) where required
Loads customer returns on to trailer and secures trailer doors
Ensures that tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or always secured
Unloads damaged goods and customer returns and bring to the driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork
Unloads all equipment, materials and remove trash from trailers as required
Completes daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements
Performs general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required
At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork
Performs other related duties as assigned