Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Exact $95,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401k plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Education Assistance
company matching contributions
Job Description
Cheney Brothers is a prominent leader in the food distribution industry, committed to supporting its employees and customers through a culture of innovation, respect, and continuous growth. With a dedicated family of over 3,000 associates, Cheney Brothers offers a dynamic and supportive work environment that empowers talented individuals to excel in their roles. The company prioritizes world-class leadership and learning opportunities, comprehensive benefits packages, and a pathway for career advancement. Cheney Brothers firmly believes that backing its people is the key to supporting its customers effectively, making it an ideal workplace for professionals seeking stability and growth in the food distribution sector.
The role of a CDL-A Driver at Cheney Brothers is central to the company’s mission of maintaining a reliable and efficient food supply chain. Delivery drivers at Cheney Brothers are essential front-line employees who ensure that food and related products reach customers safely, on schedule, and in excellent condition. This position requires professionalism, reliability, and a commitment to safety, as drivers represent the face of the company to customers across various regions. Working Monday through Friday, with dispatch times varying, CDL-A Drivers benefit from competitive compensation with an average annual pay of $95,000 and the advantage of returning home daily. This employment opportunity includes day-one health and wellness benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and the chance to grow in a fast-paced and essential industry.
In this role, the CDL-A Driver operates tractor trailers or straight trucks to perform intrastate, interstate, local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight deliveries. The responsibilities encompass handling loaded trailers, performing safety and inspection checks following Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, ensuring freight is loaded securely, and maintaining clear communication with customers, vendors, and coworkers. Drivers must accurately complete all required delivery documentation, gather proper signatures, and securely handle cash or checks when necessary. Furthermore, the CDL-A Driver is expected to uphold company policies on safety and customer service while effectively managing freight returns and damaged goods. General housekeeping duties related to vehicle and dock cleanliness are part of the daily routine, reinforcing Cheney Brothers’ commitment to safety and professionalism. This multifaceted role is vital in supporting America’s food distribution system and offers meaningful career opportunities within a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking company.
The role of a CDL-A Driver at Cheney Brothers is central to the company’s mission of maintaining a reliable and efficient food supply chain. Delivery drivers at Cheney Brothers are essential front-line employees who ensure that food and related products reach customers safely, on schedule, and in excellent condition. This position requires professionalism, reliability, and a commitment to safety, as drivers represent the face of the company to customers across various regions. Working Monday through Friday, with dispatch times varying, CDL-A Drivers benefit from competitive compensation with an average annual pay of $95,000 and the advantage of returning home daily. This employment opportunity includes day-one health and wellness benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and the chance to grow in a fast-paced and essential industry.
In this role, the CDL-A Driver operates tractor trailers or straight trucks to perform intrastate, interstate, local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight deliveries. The responsibilities encompass handling loaded trailers, performing safety and inspection checks following Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, ensuring freight is loaded securely, and maintaining clear communication with customers, vendors, and coworkers. Drivers must accurately complete all required delivery documentation, gather proper signatures, and securely handle cash or checks when necessary. Furthermore, the CDL-A Driver is expected to uphold company policies on safety and customer service while effectively managing freight returns and damaged goods. General housekeeping duties related to vehicle and dock cleanliness are part of the daily routine, reinforcing Cheney Brothers’ commitment to safety and professionalism. This multifaceted role is vital in supporting America’s food distribution system and offers meaningful career opportunities within a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking company.
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or GED
- 12+ months commercial driving experience
- valid CDL-A license
- must be 21 or older
- meet all state licensing and certification requirements where applicable
- clean motor vehicle report for last 3 years
- pass drug test and criminal background check
- pass road test
- possess or be able to obtain valid DOT health card
- able to hand-lift and use equipment to move and stack product cases/freight of varying weight
Job Qualifications
- high school diploma/GED
- 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
- onboard computer and electronic log system experience (i.e., PeopleNet)
- hand-held point of delivery scanning system experience (i.e., POD)
- customer service-related work 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 (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to department of transportation (DOT) regulations
- inspects tractor/truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed
- 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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