Backhaul Driver

Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the food service industry?

We are seeking Backhaul Drivers who are motivated to grow their careers and be part of the US FOODS® family.

We help YOU make it!

US FOODS® is one of the largest food distributors with a strong culture of promoting from within, excellent training programs, and a continuous improvement focus.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and Total Rewards

• Strong safety culture and excellent local leadership

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and more

• Career growth and ongoing training opportunities

• Monday – Friday

• Occasional weekend work required

• Safely drive tractor-trailer to vendors and company drop-off sites

• Bump docks and complete backhaul operations

• Verify freight accuracy and required trailer temperatures with vendors

• Return tractor and trailer to the division upon route completion

• Perform all required pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections

• Comfortable driving and working in inclement weather conditions with frequent stops (10+ per shift)

• Ability to safely perform tractor/trailer coupling and uncoupling procedures

• Must register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse
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• At least 21 years of age

• Valid CDL Class A issued by the state of legal residence with required endorsements and DOT qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) months of commercial driving experience OR three (3) months of commercial driving experience in the food and/or beverage delivery industry

• Ability to operate manual transmission preferred; may be required in specific locations

• Willingness to travel 2–3 times per week

• Ability to read and communicate in English, including understanding traffic signs, responding to official inquiries, and completing reports and records

Great drivers are crucial to the US FOODS® team and are one of the important faces of our organization. Our drivers operate with integrity and reliability while building strong relationships with customers and vendors.

At US FOODS®, we are committed to Total Rewards that respect and reward our associates for their dedication and hard work.

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law.

The expected base rate for this role is $33.43 per hour.

This role will also receive:

• Overtime compensation

Benefits:
Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.
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* Registering with the FMCSA Clearinghouse is required by the Department of Transportation. Drivers must register at . If you experience issues during registration, please refer to the “Clearinghouse Help” section on the website.