CDL Driver Academy Trainee; Non CDL - Deforest

Job Summary

Sysco has immediate job openings for CDL A Delivery Truck Driver Trainees without a CDL to train to become dependable Delivery Partners. You will train for your Class‑A CDL, including how to safely operate a tractor‑trailer, to unload/deliver various products to an assigned route schedule, and build relationships with each customer using a positive, friendly attitude and become familiar with their operations to meet needs and expectations.

• Ability to unload product from trailer, by hand or using a hand cart, and place in designated customer storage areas
• Transporting product down ramps, stairs, or docks, in all weather conditions
• Constantly bending and twisting while loading and unloading product and retrieving items from the trailer
• Ability to verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures. Contact management for authorization when there are discrepancies on invoice and communicate all errors/returns
• Perform pre‑trip and post‑trip responsibilities following the Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and Sysco policies
• Pickup, load and unload damaged goods and customer returns and complete necessary paperwork
• Complete DOT logs (electronic or manual as required), company vehicle maintenance reports, and reconcile with appropriate company representative as required
• Ability to deliver product within assigned route schedule and time windows. Immediately inform the management team of any deviations

• Must be 21+ years of age
• Must obtain a valid CDL Permit and DOT medical certification prior to pre‑employment background check*
• Must submit to and pass pre‑employment testing (Drug Screen, Background Check)
• Must obtain Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within ninety (90) days of start date to remain actively employed
• Must have one year Distribution/Warehouse experience or other military experience in lieu of

* CDL permit and DOT medical certification may be obtained during Skill Bridge program for eligible participants

Veterans encouraged to apply.

Driver’s License with a “clean” driving record (no single DUI in the last three years and no multiple DUIs within the last seven years)

• Strong communication skills
• Good mathematical and arithmetic skills. Must have a winning, positive attitude

Frequently lift, push, or move product that weighs up to 100 pounds. Frequently reaching up to 72” to stack and unstack pallets

Must have schedule flexibility ~ i.e. overtime hours, working weekends and holidays, and the ability to start and end at a variety of times are all required to successfully meet customer needs.