CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver at Sysco Louisville - Bowling Green Yard

Role Overview

As a CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver at Sysco Louisville's Bowling Green Yard, you'll be the face of Sysco to our customers. This critical role involves safely and efficiently operating a tractor-trailer to deliver a wide range of products, including meats, produce, frozen foods, groceries, and supplies, to customer locations according to an assigned route schedule. Your friendly attitude and excellent customer service skills will be essential to building strong relationships with our customers and understanding their unique needs.

A Day in the Life

Your day typically begins with a pre-trip inspection of your vehicle to ensure it's safe and in good working condition. Then, you'll load your truck with the day's deliveries, carefully securing the products to prevent damage during transport. Following your assigned route, you'll navigate to each customer location, where you'll manually unload the products, often using a hand cart or hand truck. Throughout the day, you'll interact with customers, addressing their inquiries and ensuring their satisfaction. At the end of your route, you'll return to the Bowling Green Yard, complete any necessary paperwork, and perform a post-trip inspection of your vehicle. Most of our CDL A drivers enjoy daily routes and return home each night.

Why Bowling Green, Kentucky?

Bowling Green, Kentucky, offers a blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities. Located in the heart of southern Kentucky, it boasts a low cost of living, excellent schools, and a thriving job market. The city is also known for its friendly atmosphere, beautiful parks, and diverse cultural attractions. Working at Sysco Louisville's Bowling Green Yard provides an opportunity to be part of a close-knit team in a supportive community.

Career Path

Sysco is committed to promoting from within, offering numerous career growth opportunities for dedicated and hardworking employees. As a CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver, you can advance to roles such as Driver Trainer, Route Supervisor, or Transportation Manager. Sysco also provides ongoing job skills and leadership development training to help you reach your full potential.

Salary & Benefits

Sysco offers a competitive salary and benefits package for CDL A Local Delivery Truck Drivers. While the exact salary may vary based on experience and other factors, a typical range for this role in the Bowling Green area is $55,000 to $75,000 per year. In addition to competitive pay, Sysco provides a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Excellent pay, including productivity incentives
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Generous retirement benefits
• Employee discount programs
• Service recognition and employee rewards
• Discounts on Sysco stock (SYY)
• Referral programs
• Safety programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniforms

Sysco Culture

Sysco is more than just a place to work; it's a company built on a passion for food and a commitment to our customers. Our employees are dedicated to thinking bigger, working harder, and never giving up. We foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career in a supportive environment, Sysco is the place for you.

How to Apply

If you're ready to drive success with Sysco, we encourage you to apply online. Simply click on the "Apply Now" button to submit your application. Be sure to highlight your relevant experience, skills, and qualifications. We look forward to hearing from you!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What are the minimum requirements to become a CDL A Driver at Sysco?

   You must be 21 years of age or older, possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a clean driving record, and pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen. You must also be able to read, speak, and understand English sufficiently and be able to lift and move products weighing up to 100 pounds.

2. What kind of products will I be delivering?

   You will be delivering a variety of products, including meats, produce, frozen foods, groceries, dry goods, and supplies to customer locations.

3. What is a typical work schedule for a CDL A Driver at Sysco?

   Most CDL A Drivers at Sysco have daily routes and are home nightly. However, flexibility is required, as overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on business needs.

4. What kind of training is provided to new CDL A Drivers at Sysco?

   Sysco provides ongoing job skills and leadership development training to all employees, including CDL A Drivers. This training helps you develop your skills and advance your career within the company.

5. What are the career growth opportunities for CDL A Drivers at Sysco?

   Sysco is committed to promoting from within, offering numerous career growth opportunities for dedicated and hardworking employees. As a CDL A Driver, you can advance to roles such as Driver Trainer, Route Supervisor, or Transportation Manager.

6. What kind of benefits does Sysco offer to its employees?

   Sysco offers a comprehensive benefits package, including excellent pay, paid vacation and holidays, comprehensive healthcare benefits, generous retirement benefits, employee discount programs, and more.

7. Is prior delivery experience required to become a CDL A Driver at Sysco?

   While prior customer delivery experience is preferred, it is not always required. Sysco provides training to help new drivers develop the necessary skills to succeed in the role.

8. What is the work environment like at Sysco?

   Sysco fosters a culture of teamwork, respect, and continuous improvement. We are committed to providing a challenging and rewarding work environment where employees can grow and develop their careers.

9. What is the dress code for CDL A Drivers at Sysco?

   Sysco provides uniforms to CDL A Drivers, ensuring a professional and consistent appearance.

10. How does Sysco ensure the safety of its drivers?

    Sysco has comprehensive safety programs in place to protect its drivers. These programs include ongoing training, vehicle maintenance, and adherence to all traffic laws and safety regulations.