Driver, Trainee Component - CDL A Required

Mclane Food Service

Burlington, NJFull-timeSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 2w ago

Burlington, NJFull-timeNo compensation foundSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 2w ago

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At a glance

Compensation

No compensation found

Location

Burlington, NJ

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CDL A License

Job overview

The trainee driver will work side‑by‑side with a Driver Trainer to learn tractor‑trailer operations, DOT compliance, and customer service while delivering products on third‑shift routes.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Tractor Trailer OperationDOT Regulations KnowledgeDriver Delivery Handheld (DDH)PeopleNet Log SystemCustomer Service

Qualifications

CDL a License

Full job description

Expected Start Date

08/25/2026

Compensation

Hours Per Week

Number Of Positions

Shift

Third Shift (Night)

Job Description

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

A teammate in this job will train side-by-side with a Driver Trainer to acquire the skills necessary to perform the following functions:

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 regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.

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

Provides customer service including on-time delivery of undamaged product, product returns and issuing valid customer credits.