Truck Driver Trainee

McLane Company, Inc.
Macon, GA
Take your career further with McLane!

Our drivers work hard to move, supply, and provide for America's favorite brands. Being reliable and dedicated to safety has defined our success as an industry leader for 130+ years. Join McLane and discover the driving difference—we provide you with industry-leading pay, strong and secure client relationships, and get you home safely and more often. That's why our drivers build long-lasting careers with us.

As a Driver Trainee, you will learn the essential functions of the Driver job including the accurate and timely distribution of products to various customer locations. The Driver Trainee gains exposure to warehouse and other operational functions as part of the developmental process of becoming a McLane Driver.

Benefits You Can Count On

  • Pay Rate: $23.50 Per Hour
  • Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
  • Paid holidays, earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one.
  • 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
  • Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

What You’ll Do As a Driver Trainee

  • Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and handle lines to secure. 
  • Operates truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies. 
  • Inspect tractor-trailer equipment for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection report indicating condition. 
  • Operates Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH), document delivery receipts/product temperatures and exceptions. Inspects trailer to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport of product. 
  • Rides and trains with Driver Trainer of tractor-trailer to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations and observing the Driver’s skill in starting engine properly, approaching intersections, making turns, backing, parking, and maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises. 
  • Maintain driver log (Manual or PeopleNet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions. 
  • Assists the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product into customer premises. 
  • Other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications You’ll Bring As a Driver Trainee Teammate

  • High School Diploma or GED preferred. 
  • Be at least 21 years of age. 
  • Meet eligibility requirements in the McLane Transfer and Promotion Policy. 
  • Complete training and receive Class A CDL in 6 months or less. 
  • Ability and willingness to select/load/unload and/or deliver ALL products that may be ordered by McLane customers. 
  • Stand, walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, squat, and stoop to accomplish the essential job functions. 
  • Read and comprehend labels, instructions, and bills of lading. 
  • Perform mathematical calculations to verify quantities of product. 
  • Communicate with customers, management, and other teammates. 
  • Safely drive a tractor-trailer, use a 2-wheeled dolly, ramp, and on board PeopleNet devices. 
  • This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

Fit the following? We want you here!

  • Safety-focused
  • Reliable
  • Adaptable
  • Dedicated

Moving America forward — together.

We’ve been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

For our complete EEO and Pay Transparency statement, please visit

Primary Location United States-Georgia-Macon

Work Locations DC Macon

Business Unit

FS620

Job Transportation

Schedule Full-time

Shift 1st - Day

Employee Status Regular
Posted 2025-10-06

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