Delivery Driver

US Foods is one of the largest food distributors in the United States known for its strong safety culture, commitment to employee growth, and a deep history of promotion from within. The company operates as a foodservice distributor providing a wide range of products to restaurants, healthcare, hospitality, and other foodservice operations. With an extensive network and a reputation for quality service, US Foods is a trusted name in the industry. The company offers a collaborative work environment with excellent local leadership dedicated to employees' success and professional development. Employees benefit from ongoing job skills training, leadership development, and various opportunities for career advancement, making it an ideal workplace for individuals driven to excel in the food distribution sector. US Foods provides a variety of benefits starting on day one, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase plans, life insurance, paid parental leave, and more. The company promotes a culture that prioritizes the safety and well-being of its staff and customers alike.

The role of a US Foods CDL-A Delivery Truck Driver is a career opportunity designed for motivated individuals eager to challenge themselves and grow their careers within the company. Drivers begin with a training base rate of $33.43 per hour, and following training, compensation moves to a component pay system based on miles driven, cases delivered, and stops made, with hourly pay provided during downtime. This role involves leading with safety at the forefront, conducting local and layover routes that are bid by driver tenure. Drivers benefit from customer orders that are pre-picked on plastic pallets for ease of unloading, and all route trailers come equipped with liftgates and powered pallet jacks to assist with deliveries. Tractors and trailers are assigned based on driver tenure, emphasizing the company’s commitment to rewarding experience and seniority. Delivery routes typically start between 5:00 PM and 10:00 PM with the option of four- and five-day schedules that include consecutive days off. Additionally, 5th- and 6th-day extra work is available with paid incentives to enhance earning potential. The job requires performing pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections along with other necessary duties, demanding physical stamina to lift, carry, push, and pull 20 to 80-plus pounds repetitively throughout shifts. The position also requires comfort working in inclement weather and making frequent stops — often 10 or more per shift. Essential legal and regulatory requirements include registration with the FMCSA Clearinghouse and holding a valid CDL Class A with necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications. This role is an excellent fit for those looking to build a stable career in the logistics and food distribution industry while enjoying the benefits of a supportive employer and opportunities for advancement.