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Core-Mark, a Performance Food Group company, is an established leader in the distribution of fresh and broad-line solutions within the convenience retail industry. As a Fortune 150 company generating over $23 billion in revenue, Core-Mark has built a solid reputation by empowering customers, employees, and communities through its extensive product offerings and innovative programs. With distribution centers across the United States and Canada, the company is committed to delivering high-quality service and essential products that support the food distribution system across North America. Core-Mark fosters a safe, inclusive, and rewarding working environment that values personal growth and development, encouraging internal promotions and providing numerous training opportunities to support employees' professional goals. The company offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including day-one health and wellness benefits, employee stock purchase plans, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and much more. Drivers working with Core-Mark can expect a competitive salary between $70,000 and $75,000 annually, along with a $7,000 sign-on bonus and compensation opportunities based on route efficiency and volume. The role is a full-time position with a Monday through Friday schedule and dispatch times between 5am and 8am. The job location is at 2085 E. Michigan Ave., Ypsilanti, MI 48198, with the advantage of being home daily.

As a Driver at Core-Mark, this role is pivotal in the timely and safe delivery of food and related products to valued customers. The driver is responsible for operating tractor trailers or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road, shuttle, and overnight drive-and-drop routes. Compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety policies is paramount. The driver performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections, ensures cargo is properly secured, and accurately completes all required documentation related to freight delivery. Communication with customers, vendors, and team members must be professional, timely, and accurate to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. The job duties include loading and unloading products, conducting damage inspections, collecting payments when necessary, and maintaining the cleanliness and operational standards of vehicles and loading areas. Drivers are expected to manage their hours of service logs according to federal and state requirements and participate in a safety culture that prioritizes hazard reporting and compliance. This position demands physical capability to handle freight typically ranging from is between 10 to 35 pounds, occasionally up to 60 to 90 pounds, and the use of equipment such as two-wheelers and lift gates. Overall, the driver acts as an essential team member, supporting Core-Mark’s mission to deliver high-quality product distribution while fostering a safe, respectful, and growth-oriented work environment.