CDL Class A Delivery Driver

US Foods is one of the largest food distributors in the United States, recognized for its commitment to quality, reliability, and customer service. With a strong culture of promoting from within and a continuous improvement focus, US Foods provides excellent training programs and opportunities for career advancement within the foodservice industry. They pride themselves on maintaining a strong safety culture and providing robust employee benefits, all while serving a diverse range of customers with top-quality food products and services. Located in Lexington, SC, US Foods combines a rich history and innovative approach to meet the evolving needs of the foodservice market.

This job opportunity is for a US Foods Driver, a vital role responsible for safely delivering food products to customers while maintaining exceptional customer service. The driver position offers a competitive starting base rate of $20.54 per hour during the training period, typically lasting 2 to 8 weeks, followed by component pay based on performance factors like miles driven, cases delivered, and number of stops. This makes the compensation structure motivating and tied to individual productivity and efficiency. Drivers will enjoy a Monday through Friday schedule, starting very early between 3:00 am and 6:00 am, with work continuing until all deliveries are complete. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, professionalism, and physical fitness due to product handling and driving demands.

The driver’s primary duties include safely operating trucks to make timely deliveries, unloading products with proper equipment, verifying delivery accuracy with customers, handling collections when necessary, and inspecting the vehicle before and after trips. Physical requirements include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull substantial product weights repeatedly and to work in various weather conditions with frequent stops. Drivers must be comfortable reading and communicating in English and have the ability to operate manual transmissions as needed.

This role requires candidates to be at least 21 years old with a valid CDL Class A license and necessary endorsements. Experience requirements include six months of commercial driving or three months in the food or beverage delivery industry. Additionally, new hires must register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse, a federal database ensuring compliance with drug and alcohol regulations.

US Foods is dedicated to providing a supportive work environment, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K plans, life insurance, paid time off, short- and long-term disability insurance, and an employee stock purchase program. Drivers become key representatives of US Foods, demonstrating integrity, reliability, and collaboration while enhancing customer experiences. This role offers a strong foundation for building a rewarding career in a growth-oriented company that values its employees' contributions and ongoing development.