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Delivery Driver

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $24.50 - $35.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Pre-tax spending accounts
Retirement benefits
Paid Time Off
short-term disability
long-term disability
Employee stock purchase plan
Life insurance

Job Description

US Foods is one of the largest foodservice distributors in the United States, known for its extensive product offerings and commitment to excellent customer service. The company operates on a culture that emphasizes promotion from within and unlimited career growth opportunities, supported by ongoing job skills and leadership development training. US Foods caters to a diverse range of customers, including restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions, delivering high-quality products such as meats, produce, frozen goods, groceries, dry goods, equipment, and supplies. The company values its employees and fosters a work environment where hard work is rewarded and every individual's contribution is recognized.

The role of a CDL A Delivery Truck Driver at US Foods is a vital one, as these drivers are the face of the organization and play a critical part in the company’s success. In this position, drivers are responsible for delivering various food products and supplies to customers’ locations. The position offers a competitive starting wage of $24.50 per hour plus additional component pay based on cases, mileage, and stops, with the potential to earn up to $35.00 per hour depending on experience and location. Drivers operate local routes with a Monday through Friday schedule, allowing them to be home every night. This role requires early morning shifts until the completion of deliveries, accommodating customers' needs efficiently while adhering to schedule commitments.

US Foods promotes a strong team culture built on values of integrity, reliability, work ethic, and service excellence. The company supports its drivers with excellent leadership, recognition programs, and employee rewards. Drivers at US Foods are crucial in ensuring seamless logistics, which directly impacts customer satisfaction and company reputation. Responsibilities include unloading, heavy lifting, frequent stops, delivering in various weather conditions, collecting payments when necessary, and maintaining professionalism during customer interactions. The company also stresses compliance with Department of Transportation regulations, including registration in the FMCSA Clearinghouse to monitor CDL and drug/alcohol program violations.

Recipients of this role must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid CDL A license with the necessary endorsements. They should have at least six months of commercial truck driving experience or three months of related foodservice delivery experience. US Foods invests in its employees’ growth, offering comprehensive benefits packages that include health insurance, pre-tax accounts, retirement plans, paid time off, disability coverage, stock purchase plans, and life insurance. This position is ideal for individuals looking for a stable and rewarding career in the food distribution industry, with opportunities to grow and evolve within a leading company shaping the sector’s future.

Job Requirements

  • must be at least 21 years of age
  • must have valid CDL A issued by the state of legal residence with necessary endorsements and DOT qualified
  • minimum six months commercial truck driving experience or three months of foodservice or food and beverage truck delivery experience required

Job Qualifications

  • must be at least 21 years of age
  • must have valid CDL A issued by the state of legal residence with necessary endorsements and DOT qualified
  • minimum six months commercial truck driving experience or three months of foodservice or food and beverage truck delivery experience required

Job Duties

  • deliver best-in-class customer service
  • deliver customer’s orders to meet scheduled delivery times and keep productivity
  • unload products with a hand truck and place items in customer storage area
  • able to perform repeated, manual heavy lifting of items up to 80 pounds
  • make frequent stops during a work shift
  • deliver product in inclement weather conditions
  • verify delivery of items with customers
  • collect money (cash or checks) where needed

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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