Delivery Driver

US Foods

Tracy, California
CDL A Local
$69,534+/yr
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Posted 1 weeks ago

What to Expect

This is a full_time Local position with US Foods in Tracy, California. You will need a CDL Class A license and 3_plus of experience. The position pays $69,534+/yr.

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 training base rate of $33.43 per hour. After training, compensation transitions to component pay 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. Why US FOODS® 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 with ongoing job skills and leadership development training. Benefits start Day One: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), life insurance, paid parental leave, and more. We maintain a strong safety culture and offer excellent local leadership committed to your success. Main Ingredients of the Job Lead with safety at the forefront. Local and layover routes available (routes are bid by driver tenure). Customer orders are pre-picked on plastic pallets for easy unloading. All route trailers are equipped with liftgates and powered pallet jacks. Tractors and route trailers are assigned by driver tenure. Delivery routes start between 5:00 PM and 10:00 PM. Four- and five-day schedules available with consecutive days off. 5th- and 6th-day “extra work” available with paid incentives. Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and all other tasks as required. Physical Requirements Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 20–80+ lbs. of product repetitively throughout each shift. Comfortable driving and working in inclement weather with frequent stops (10+ per shift). What You Bring to the Table Register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse*. Must be at least 21 years of age. Valid CDL Class A issued by state of legal residence with necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications. Minimum six months commercial driving experience (one year of foodservice experience preferred). Ability to operate manual transmission preferred; may be required in specific locations. Ability to read and communicate in English—able to understand traffic signs, respond to official inquiries, and complete reports and records. Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The training base rate for this role is $33.43 per hour, and after training, drivers will be paid component pay based on miles, cases, and stops, with hourly pay provided for downtime as applicable. 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. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html *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 $69,534+/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 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: April 30, 2026

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