CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver at Sysco Charlotte: Drive Your Career Forward

Are you an experienced CDL A driver looking for a stable and rewarding career? Sysco Charlotte is seeking dependable and motivated Local Delivery Truck Drivers to join our team! As the global leader in foodservice distribution, Sysco offers unparalleled opportunities for growth, excellent benefits, and a supportive work environment. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional service and building lasting relationships with customers, this is the perfect opportunity for you to drive your career forward.

Role Overview: The Heart of Sysco's Customer Service

As a CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver, you are the face of Sysco to our valued customers. You'll be responsible for safely and efficiently operating a tractor-trailer and manually unloading and delivering a variety of products, including meats, produce, frozen foods, groceries, dry goods, and supplies, to customer locations on an assigned route schedule. This role requires not only excellent driving skills but also a commitment to providing exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a tractor-trailer, adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Manually unload and deliver products to customer locations, ensuring accurate and timely deliveries.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, understanding their needs and expectations.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle, reporting any maintenance issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate delivery logs and records.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues in a professional and efficient manner.
• Operate hand trucks and other equipment to move products.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.

A Day in the Life of a Sysco Driver: More Than Just Driving

A typical day for a Sysco Local Delivery Truck Driver starts early, with a thorough inspection of your vehicle to ensure it's safe and ready for the road. You'll then load your truck with the day's deliveries, carefully organizing the products to ensure they arrive at their destination in perfect condition.

Your route will take you to various customer locations, where you'll unload and deliver products, interacting with chefs, restaurant owners, and other foodservice professionals. You'll build relationships with these customers, understanding their unique needs and providing them with the exceptional service they expect from Sysco.

Throughout the day, you'll maintain accurate delivery logs and communicate with dispatch to ensure smooth and efficient operations. At the end of your route, you'll complete a post-trip inspection of your vehicle and prepare for the next day's deliveries.

Many Sysco drivers have daily routes and are home nightly, allowing for a better work-life balance.

Why Charlotte, North Carolina? A Hub of Opportunity

Charlotte, North Carolina, is a thriving city with a growing foodservice industry. As the second-largest banking center in the United States, Charlotte offers a strong and stable economy, making it an ideal location for career growth. The city boasts a diverse culinary scene, with a wide range of restaurants, hotels, and other foodservice establishments that rely on Sysco for their quality products and exceptional service.

Living in Charlotte also offers a high quality of life, with affordable housing, excellent schools, and a variety of cultural and recreational activities. From professional sports teams to museums and parks, there's something for everyone in Charlotte.

Career Path: Growing with Sysco

Sysco is committed to promoting from within, offering our employees ample opportunities for career advancement. As a CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver, you can advance into roles such as:

• Driver Trainer: Share your expertise and help train new drivers.
• Transportation Supervisor: Oversee a team of drivers and manage delivery operations.
• Operations Manager: Manage all aspects of a distribution center's operations.
• Sales Representative: Transition your customer service skills into a sales role, building relationships and growing Sysco's business.

Salary and Benefits: Investing in Our Employees

Sysco offers a competitive salary and benefits package to attract and retain top talent. In addition to excellent pay, including productivity incentives, our benefits include:

• Paid vacation and holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Generous retirement benefits, including a 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee discount programs
• Service recognition and employee rewards
• Discounts on Sysco stock (SYY)
• Referral programs
• Safety programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniforms

Sysco Culture: A Passion for Food and Our Customers

At Sysco, we are more than just a place to work. We are a team of passionate individuals who are committed to providing exceptional service to our customers. Our culture is built on values such as:

• Integrity: We conduct our business with honesty and transparency.
• Excellence: We strive for excellence in everything we do.
• Teamwork: We work together to achieve common goals.
• Inclusion: We value diversity and create an inclusive work environment.
• Responsibility: We take responsibility for our actions and are committed to sustainability.

How to Apply: Join the Sysco Team Today!

If you're ready to drive your career forward and join the Sysco team, we encourage you to apply online today! Simply click on the "Apply Now" button to submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What are the minimum requirements to become a Sysco driver? You must be 21+ years of age, pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen, possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) with a clean driving record, and be able to lift, push, or move product weighing an average of 40-60 pounds and as much as 100 pounds repeatedly.
2. Do I need prior experience to become a Sysco driver? While prior customer delivery, hand cart/hand truck, and food and beverage experience are preferred, they are not required. We provide comprehensive training to all new drivers.
3. What type 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.
4. What are the typical working hours for a Sysco driver? Many Sysco drivers have daily routes and are home nightly. However, flexibility is required to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
5. What are the career growth opportunities at Sysco? Sysco is committed to promoting from within, offering opportunities to advance into roles such as Driver Trainer, Transportation Supervisor, Operations Manager, and Sales Representative.
6. What are the benefits of working at Sysco? Sysco offers a comprehensive benefits package, including excellent pay, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, employee discount programs, and more.
7. What is the Sysco culture like? Sysco has a culture of integrity, excellence, teamwork, inclusion, and responsibility. We are passionate about food and committed to providing exceptional service to our customers.
8. How do I apply for a Sysco driver position? You can apply online by clicking on the "Apply Now" button.
9. What kind of training is provided to new Sysco drivers? Sysco provides ongoing job skills and leadership development training to all employees, including new drivers.
10. Does Sysco offer tuition reimbursement? Yes, Sysco offers tuition reimbursement to eligible employees.