Delivery Driver

US Foods

Fontana, California
CDL A Local home every night
$68,037+/yr
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What to Expect

This is a full_time Local position with US Foods in Fontana, California. You will need a CDL Class A license and 3_plus of experience. The position pays $68,037+/yr. Home time is listed as home every night.

Job Description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! BECOME A US FOODS® DRIVER! At US FOODS®, our CDL A Delivery Truck Drivers start with a base hourly rate of $32.71 per hour. Once component pay begins, compensation shifts to a structure based on miles, cases, and stops, with hourly pay provided for any downtime. We are seeking Delivery Truck Drivers who are eager to challenge themselves, grow their careers, and enjoy the benefits of being part of the US FOODS® family. We help YOU make it! US FOODS® is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within and unlimited career growth opportunities w/ ongoing job skills and leadership development training. US FOODS® has a lot to offer: Home Every Night with local routes Work Schedule Sunday- Friday starting, split schedule. Dispatch between 8:00 PM and 12:00AM-Night Position US FOODS® is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded We are committed to compensation, and benefits that respect, and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work Paid Training AND Paid Overtime Service recognition and employee rewards Excellent Leadership Main Ingredients of the Job As a US FOODS® Delivery Driver, you will be critical to the US FOODS® team and one of the important faces of our organization. As a Delivery Driver, you will have an impact on our customers by delivering our meats, produce, frozen goods, groceries, dry goods, equipment, and supplies to their drop-off sites. Your efforts are the foundation that defines US FOODS® success based on our pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service. Deliver best-in-class Customer Service. Deliver customers’ orders to meet scheduled delivery times and keep productivity. Unload products with a hand truck and place items in the customer storage area. Able to perform repeated, manual heavy lifting of items up to 80 pounds. Make frequent stops during a work shift. Deliver product in inclement weather conditions. Verify delivery of items with customers. Collect money (cash or checks) where needed. What you bring to the table Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have valid CDL Class A issued by the state of legal residence with necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred. Valid U.S. driver’s license issued by the state of legal residence with proper endorsements if required No more than two convictions in the past two-year period for traffic violations, no DUI convictions in the past three years, no driver’s license suspensions in the past three years. Minimum of six months of commercial driving experience (any industry) OR three months of driving experience in the food and beverage delivery industry required. Must be able to pass DOT physical. Great delivery truck drivers are crucial to the US Foods® team and one of the important faces of our organization. Our truck drivers strive for integrity and reliability while building trusting relationships with customers. JOIN OUR TRANSPORTATION TEAM! Please check out our job preview video: "A Day in the Life" Delivery Truck Driver https://vimeo.com/usfoods/review/583126249/f25d9562f9 Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The anticipated pay structure includes a base hourly rate of $32.71 per hour. Once component pay begins, hourly pay is replaced with compensation based on miles, cases, and stops. Additionally, hourly pay will be provided for any downtime. *Registering with the FMCSA Clearinghouse is a DOT requirement. All drivers must visit https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/register and complete registration. The Clearinghouse is a secure online database providing real-time information about CDL holders’ drug and alcohol program violations. ***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***

Requirements

  • CDL Class A license
  • 3_plus of driving experience
  • Clean MVR (Motor Vehicle Record)
  • At least 21 years old (interstate)
  • Valid DOT physical card

About Local Trucking

Local trucking jobs operate within a 100-to-200-mile radius, allowing drivers to be home every night. These positions often involve multiple stops per day, including deliveries to stores, warehouses, or construction sites. Local driving is an excellent fit for those who value work-life balance, and demand for local CDL drivers continues to grow as e-commerce expands.

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A Day in the Life

A typical day as a local driver starts at the company yard, where you do a pre-trip inspection and pick up your load or delivery manifest. You make several stops within the metro area or surrounding communities, handling pickups and drop-offs at loading docks, stores, and customer sites. The work is fast-paced with plenty of backing and maneuvering, but the trade-off is being home every night with weekends off.

Pros & Cons of Local Driving

Pros

  • + Home every night with weekends typically off
  • + No need to live in a sleeper cab
  • + Consistent daily routine and work-life balance
  • + Health benefits from regular meals and sleep schedule
  • + Growing demand from e-commerce and last-mile delivery

Cons

  • Lower per-mile pay compared to OTR and regional
  • More physical work with frequent loading and unloading
  • Heavy city traffic and tight dock maneuvering
  • Early morning start times (often 3 AM to 5 AM)
  • Higher number of stops per day means more paperwork

Career Path

1

CDL Training & Helper Routes

Get your CDL and start on local helper routes or ride-along positions to learn city driving.

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2

Solo Local Driver

Run your own local route with regular stops, building relationships with customers and dispatchers.

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3

Senior Driver or Spotter

Take on premium routes, yard jockey roles, or become a lead driver for your terminal.

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4

Dispatcher or Terminal Manager

Transition into dispatch, safety management, or terminal operations using your driving expertise.

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Trucking in California

California's massive ports (LA/Long Beach) and agricultural industry create the highest trucking demand in the nation.

Average driver salary in California: $55,000 - $82,000/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does this local job pay?

This position pays $68,037+/yr. Actual pay may vary based on experience, endorsements, and miles driven.

What CDL class do I need for this job?

This position requires a CDL Class A license. Class A allows you to operate combination vehicles over 26,001 lbs GVWR.

What is the home time for this position?

The home time for this position is listed as home every night. Actual home time may vary based on route assignments and freight availability.

What is the trucking job market like in California?

California's massive ports (LA/Long Beach) and agricultural industry create the highest trucking demand in the nation. The average truck driver salary in California ranges from $55,000 - $82,000 per year.

Last updated: June 3, 2026

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