Driver Trainee; CDL A Permit- SYGMA - Danville, IL

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Sygma Illinois time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R220609
** Company:
** US3090 Sygma Illinois (The Sygma Network, Inc)
** Sales Territory:
** None
* * Zip Code:
** 61834
* * Travel Percentage:
** 0
* * Compensation Range:**$10.00 - $48.00

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws.  Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.

You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.
** BENEFITS INFORMATION:
** For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit
** JOB SUMMARY
** Assist the driver in unloading of product at customer locations according to customer invoices, Preferred Work Methods and company policies.
** PRIMARY DUTIES
*** Unload product according to customer specifications and SYGMA delivery procedures at customer locations.
* Develops and establishes good relationships with customers by providing excellent, courteous service.
* Learn route on current bid.
* Assist in all aspects of route paperwork.
* Works safely by following SYGMA’s Preferred Work Methods.
* Other duties as assigned by Management.
* Attend CDL School when scheduled.
** ADDITIONAL DUTIES THAT MAY BE ASSIGNED
*** Assist the driver in the pre-trip and coupling of equipment to ensure the vehicle is safe to operate.  Assists with ensuring tandems are properly and safely locked out to meet any applicable laws for weight requirements.
* Provides assistance in routing with map reading and giving directions on route.  Helps with situations involving low clearances, i.e., getting out of vehicle and directing driver under a low underpass to ensure proper clearance.
* Assisting with delivery set up at the customer location.  This includes all three compartments of the trailer, and requires directing the driver to ensure the proper set up is attained safely.
* Assist driver in backing situations by getting out of the truck and watching for hazards, communicate using hand signals and or verbal communication.
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* EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

*** High school diploma/GED or the equivalent in work experience is necessary.  Previous food distribution and frozen food handling is preferred.  You must be able to read and write clearly.
* Ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records
** PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
*** Work is medium to heavy in nature.  Half the day is spent sitting in a tractor/trailer unit.  Must be able to climb into trailer,  lift 50 lb. boxes frequently,  lift up to 75 lb. boxes occasionally,  and move product on the 2-wheeler.  You must be able to communicate clearly to customers.
** MENTAL/VISUAL DEMANDS:
*** You must be able to read at a distance close to the eyes and at arm’s length, with or without correction.  You may be required to back/direct driver through hand signals or verbal communication.
** WORKING CONDITIONS
*** Activities occur both inside (protection from weather conditions but not temperature changes) and outside. Position is subject to various roads, mechanical and electrical hazards.
** EQUIPMENT OPERATED
*** A two wheeled dolly.  A pallet jack.
** LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION:
*** A valid driver’s license,
* CDL-A permit

All position requirements are subject to reasonable modification to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.

Some position requirements may exclude qualified individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the person in this position.  Employees will be required to follow and perform any other job related instruction and duties by their supervisor.

This document is not intended to create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; rather employment is on an at-will basis
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