Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Exact $99,000.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
401K Employer Matching
Education Assistance
Paid Time Off
wellness benefits
competitive pay
Job Description
Cheney Brothers is a well-established company renowned for its commitment to building a supportive and high-impact work culture. With a family of over 3,000 dedicated associates, Cheney Brothers has created an environment where employees can thrive, continuously develop their professional skills, and achieve career growth. Known for its innovative approach and industry leadership, the company places great emphasis on employee wellbeing, offering comprehensive benefit packages and opportunities for learning and advancement. Cheney Brothers operates in the food distribution sector, a critical industry that supports and sustains the supply chain across the United States.
The role of a CDL-A Driver at Cheney Brothers is pivotal in ensuring the efficient delivery of food and foodservice products to customers. This is more than just a driving position; it requires both expertise and a customer-focused attitude to represent the company positively while delivering goods safely and on time. The CDL-A Driver performs duties on various routes, including intrastate, interstate, over-the-road, shuttle, and overnight assignments, reflecting the diverse needs of the food distribution network. The position offers a competitive average annual pay of approximately $99,000 and is structured as a Monday through Saturday schedule with varying dispatch times. Drivers operate tractor-trailers or straight trucks to ensure the safe transportation and delivery of products, all while complying with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
This position allows drivers to return home daily, which is a significant benefit for work-life balance. Candidates will find themselves in a role that combines operational responsibilities with meaningful customer interaction, as drivers are the company's front line, nurturing relationships and supporting customers effectively. Beyond just transport, the role involves a thorough inspection of vehicles, ensuring safety compliance, managing paperwork, and undertaking hands-on loading and unloading duties. Furthermore, Cheney Brothers fosters a safe, inclusive workplace culture that values rewards, recognition, and respect, reflecting their dedication to sustaining an engaging and positive work environment.
Employees in this role will have access to a wide range of benefits including health and wellness coverage effective from the first day of employment, employee stock purchase plans, employer matching on 401K contributions, education assistance, paid time off, and various other perks aimed at enhancing the employee experience. The company actively promotes career growth, recognizing that each team member plays an essential part in supporting the nation’s food distribution systems through essential work. This job is ideal for dependable, safety-conscious individuals who want a stable yet dynamic career driving in a vital industry.
The role of a CDL-A Driver at Cheney Brothers is pivotal in ensuring the efficient delivery of food and foodservice products to customers. This is more than just a driving position; it requires both expertise and a customer-focused attitude to represent the company positively while delivering goods safely and on time. The CDL-A Driver performs duties on various routes, including intrastate, interstate, over-the-road, shuttle, and overnight assignments, reflecting the diverse needs of the food distribution network. The position offers a competitive average annual pay of approximately $99,000 and is structured as a Monday through Saturday schedule with varying dispatch times. Drivers operate tractor-trailers or straight trucks to ensure the safe transportation and delivery of products, all while complying with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
This position allows drivers to return home daily, which is a significant benefit for work-life balance. Candidates will find themselves in a role that combines operational responsibilities with meaningful customer interaction, as drivers are the company's front line, nurturing relationships and supporting customers effectively. Beyond just transport, the role involves a thorough inspection of vehicles, ensuring safety compliance, managing paperwork, and undertaking hands-on loading and unloading duties. Furthermore, Cheney Brothers fosters a safe, inclusive workplace culture that values rewards, recognition, and respect, reflecting their dedication to sustaining an engaging and positive work environment.
Employees in this role will have access to a wide range of benefits including health and wellness coverage effective from the first day of employment, employee stock purchase plans, employer matching on 401K contributions, education assistance, paid time off, and various other perks aimed at enhancing the employee experience. The company actively promotes career growth, recognizing that each team member plays an essential part in supporting the nation’s food distribution systems through essential work. This job is ideal for dependable, safety-conscious individuals who want a stable yet dynamic career driving in a vital industry.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- minimum 12 months of commercial driving experience
- valid CDL-A license
- age 21 or older
- meet all state licensing and certification requirements where applicable
- clean motor vehicle record for past 3 years
- pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check
- pass road test
- valid or attainable DOT health card
- ability to hand-lift and use equipment to move product cases and freight ranging generally from 10 to 90 pounds
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent
- 12+ months commercial driving experience
- 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
- preferred 1+ years foodservice distribution industry experience
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 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
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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