CDL A Trainee - CDL A required
McLane
Hazelwood, MO · Onsite · Full Time
Posted
Job description
Job Description Get Paid to Train. Earn $80,000 - $90,000 After Training. Build Your CDL-A Career with McLane. Ready to put your CDL-A to work with a company that invests in your future? At McLane, we don't just offer driving jobs, we build careers. For more than 130 years, we've been a leader in supply chain and distribution, delivering the products America's favorite restaurants, retailers, and convenience stores depend on every day. As a CDL-A Driver Trainee , you'll receive paid training, hands-on coaching, and the support you need to become a successful McLane Driver. From day one, you'll earn competitive pay, receive outstanding benefits, and gain experience with one of the most respected transportation teams in the industry. Benefits you can count on: Pay Rate: Drivers make $80,000 to $90,000. Experienced drivers can make $100K plus. Referral bonus $3,000. Team Routes that average 20-24 hours. Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance. Paid holidays, earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one. 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days. Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more! What you'll do as a Trainee Component Driver: This is a hands-on training opportunity designed to prepare you for a full Driver position with McLane. You'll train alongside experienced McLane Driver Trainers to learn every aspect of the role, including: Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and handle lines to secure. Operates truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies. Inspect tractor-trailer equipment for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection report indicating condition. Operates Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH), document delivery receipts/product temperatures and exceptions. Inspects trailer to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport of product. Rides and trains with Driver Trainer of tractor-trailer to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations and observing the Driver's skill in starting engine properly, approaching intersections, making turns, backing, parking, and maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises. Maintain driver log (Manual or PeopleNet) according to DOT…