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Truck Driver - Class A CDL

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Salary
Exact $64,608.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Fixed Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K Employer Matching
Paid Time Off
Employee stock purchase plan
Education Assistance

Job Description

Core-Mark, a Performance Food Group Company, is a leading distributor in the convenience retail industry with a strong presence across the U.S. and Canada. As part of a Fortune 150 company, Core-Mark has established itself as an industry leader by providing innovative and comprehensive fresh and broad-line solutions to customers. With over $23 billion in revenue, the company continues to grow by emphasizing empowerment for its customers, employees, and communities alike. This dedication to service and growth reflects in the company’s approach to fostering a safe and inclusive work environment where rewards, recognition, and respect are part of everyday culture.

The role of a Driver, Hourly CDL-A at Core-Mark is pivotal to the efficient functioning of the country’s food supply chain. Delivery drivers play a critical role in ensuring that food and food service products reach customers reliably and on time, maintaining the quality and condition of goods throughout transit. The position involves operating tractor trailers or straight trucks for intrastate and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road, shuttle, and overnight drive and drop deliveries. Drivers represent Core-Mark by embodying professionalism and customer service excellence, directly interacting with customers, vendors, and co-workers.

Drivers must comply with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety policies, performing essential safety checks before and after trips to ensure all vehicles meet safety standards. They are responsible not only for the physical delivery of products but also for managing accurate documentation, invoicing, and customer signatures. The role demands attention to detail in load inspections, damage control, and secure handling of products and equipment. Drivers also participate in housekeeping duties in and around their vehicles and loading docks to maintain cleanliness and safety.

Core-Mark offers competitive pay with drivers earning an average weekly pay of $1,346, subject to meeting minimum weekly requirements discussed during the interview. Shifts typically occur Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday with some dispatch times as early as 2:00 AM. Alongside competitive compensation, Core-Mark provides comprehensive benefits from day one including health and wellness coverage, employee stock purchase plans, 401K employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off.

This role is ideal for individuals with a valid CDL-A license, at least one year of tractor-trailer driving experience, and an ability to handle physical demands such as lifting and operating loading equipment. Drivers must have a clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past three years and meet all state licensing and certification requirements. Passing a road test and maintaining a DOT health card are also required. Core-Mark is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, offering a safe, supportive, and rewarding work environment for its employees.

Job Requirements

  • Valid CDL-A license
  • Minimum 1 year tractor/trailer driving experience
  • High school diploma or GED or equivalent
  • Clean motor vehicle report for past 3 years
  • Ability to pass road test
  • Attains or able to secure valid DOT health card
  • Able to hand-lift and use loading equipment
  • Meet all state licensing and certification requirements
  • Good physical condition to lift up to 90 pounds
  • Reliable attendance and punctuality

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED or equivalent
  • Valid CDL-A license
  • Minimum 1 year tractor/trailer driving experience
  • Meet all state licensing and certification requirements where applicable
  • Clean motor vehicle report for past 3 years
  • Ability to pass road test
  • Attains or has valid current DOT health card
  • Able to hand-lift and utilize loading equipment including two-wheeler and lift gate
  • Good communication and customer service skills

Job Duties

  • Perform all required safety checks including pre/post trip inspections of vehicle and trailer according to DOT regulations
  • Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines
  • Immediately report all safety hazards and inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight
  • Perform count checks and verify customer invoices for loaded products and complete required paperwork accurately
  • Drive to and deliver customer orders according to route schedule and unload products into designated storage areas
  • Perform damage control checks on items, scan, and contact supervisor about order removals according to policy
  • Load customer returns onto trailer and secure trailer doors, ensuring vehicle and freight security
  • Unload damaged goods and customer returns, complete paperwork and maintain cleanliness of vehicles and loading areas

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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