CDL DRIVER
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onBryant Drive Southwest, Albany, Linn County, Oregon, 97321, United States
About US Foods
US Foods is one of the largest food distributors in the industry, known for a culture that promotes from within, offers excellent training programs, and maintains a continuous improvement focus. We are built on the belief that "YOU Matter," where hard work is rewarded and employees are respected for their dedication.
About the Role
As a US Foods Delivery Driver, you will be a critical member of our team and one of the most important faces of our organization. You will serve as the foundation of our success, delivering meats, produce, frozen goods, groceries, dry goods, equipment, and supplies to customer drop-off sites. Your efforts directly impact our customers by ensuring best-in-class service and meeting scheduled delivery times.
This role is designed for Class A Drivers who are flexible and open to making multi-yard trips to start their routes. You will be responsible for covering multiple yards located in Oregon, with route assignments that may alternate on a weekly basis. This position requires a willingness to commute and travel to various assigned yards, with travel times varying based on specific assignments.
Day in the Life
Your day will begin with early morning start times, ranging between 1:00 AM and 6:00 AM, with availability required Monday through Saturday. The average work week consists of 4 or 5 days, and schedules may include weekends. You will deliver products in various conditions, including inclement weather, and perform frequent stops throughout your shift.
Key aspects of your daily work include unloading products with a hand truck and placing items in customer storage areas, verifying deliveries with customers, and collecting payments where needed. You must be prepared to perform repeated, manual heavy lifting of items up to 80 pounds. While local routes are common, some overnight requirements may apply.
Hiring Process
To learn more about the daily realities of this position, we invite you to watch our job preview video, "A Day in the Life," which showcases the experience of a Delivery Truck Driver.
Please note that registering with the FMCSA Clearinghouse is a mandatory requirement by the Department of Transportation. All drivers must register with this secure online database, which provides real-time information regarding drug and alcohol program violations for commercial driver's license holders. Registration can be completed at clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov.
Our Culture & Commitment
US Foods is committed to compensation and benefits that respect and reward our employees. We offer paid training, paid overtime, service recognition, and employee rewards. We strive to build trusting relationships with our customers through integrity and reliability, and we are dedicated to supporting our team with excellent leadership and a collaborative spirit.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Bryant Drive Southwest, Albany, Linn County, Oregon, 97321, United States
Albany, Oregon
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDeliver meats, produce, frozen goods, and supplies to customer drop-off sites
- check_circleCollect cash or checks from customers where needed
- check_circlePerform repeated manual lifting of items up to 80 pounds
- check_circleDeliver products in inclement weather conditions
- check_circleTravel to various assigned yards in Oregon to start multi-yard routes
- check_circleUnload products using a hand truck and place items in customer storage areas
- check_circleVerify delivery of items with customers upon arrival
- check_circleMake frequent stops during work shifts to complete deliveries
Requirements
- verifiedValid CDL Class A with necessary endorsements
- verifiedDOT qualifications
- verifiedHigh school diploma or GED preferred
- verifiedValid U.S. driver's license with proper endorsements
- verifiedNo more than two traffic convictions in past two years
- verifiedNo DUI convictions in past three years
- verifiedNo driver's license suspensions in past three years
- verifiedMinimum six months commercial driving experience OR three months food/beverage delivery experience
- verifiedMust be at least 21 years of age
- verifiedMust be able to pass DOT physical
- verifiedFMCSA Clearinghouse registration
Nice to Have
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHealth insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurancecheck_circleMileage reimbursementcheck_circleHotel paid for route assignment needscheck_circleMeal allowance or per diemcheck_circlePaid trainingcheck_circlePaid overtime