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McLane Company, Inc.

CDL-A Truck Driver Trainee

McLane Company, Inc., Otsego, Minnesota, United States

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Our drivers move and supply America’s favorite brands, and safety has defined our 130+ years of success. As a Driver Trainee, you will learn the essential functions of the Driver job and gain exposure to warehouse and operational functions while developing into a McLane Driver.

Benefits You Can Count On

Pay Rate while in training: $23.50.

Pay Rate: Drivers make $75,000 to $85,000 after training.

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 Driver Trainee

Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and handle lines to secure.

Operate 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.

Operate Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH), document delivery receipts/product temperatures and exceptions. Inspect trailer to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport of product.

Ride and train 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 regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.

Assist the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product into customer premises.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You’ll Bring As a Driver Trainee Teammate

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Be at least 21 years of age.

Meet eligibility requirements in the McLane Transfer and Promotion Policy.

Complete training and receive Class A CDL in 6 months or less.

Ability and willingness to select/load/unload and/or deliver ALL products that may be ordered by McLane customers.

Stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, squat, and stoop to accomplish the essential job functions.

Read and comprehend labels, instructions, and bills of lading.

Perform mathematical calculations to verify quantities of product.

Communicate with customers, management, and other teammates.

Safely drive a tractor-trailer, use a 2-wheeled dolly, ramp, and on board PeopleNet devices.

This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Primary Location: United States, Minnesota, Otsego. Work Locations: CK Otsego.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit https://www.mclaneco.com/legal/employment/.

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