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Receives and verifies that all driver-returned products and documents (digital and paper) are processed accurately with correct accounting codes for the division P&L.
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Shift: Monday - Friday. 11am - 7:30pm
$21.00 hr.
Weekly Pay
Benefits on Day 1
BENEFITS START DAY ONE: medical, dental, vision, 401 and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), life insurance and paid parental leave. Check out our Benefits by clicking on the link Health Plan Identifier (https://benefitspricing.com/usfoods)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Verify returned product for accurate reason codes (mispicks, driver shorts, refusals) to ensure accounting reports reflect accurate data.
Verify returned product is within temperature guidelines to maintain product integrity
Process all documents (paper and digital) associated with returns and adjustments to customer orders to ensure inventory accuracy and customer invoice accuracy
Inspect all product returned for appropriate disposition (saleable, damage/recuperation, damage/out of code dumps, etc…) and ensure proper coding is applied.
Execute end of day processes and reports, ensuring all discrepancies are researched and addressed.
Return saleable product to pick slot (where allowed; see local CBA)
Work with drivers and transportation supervisors to address any issues and address training/retraining needs and process improvement opportunities.
RELATIONSHIPS
Internal: Transportation Manager, Day Warehouse Manager,
External:
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Related Experience: Familiarity with warehouse & delivery procedures preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be able to communicate clearly both in writing and verbally, strong math skills, excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, basic computer skills. Must be able to work on complex tasks and prioritize workload. Strong teamwork skills and the ability to be a resource to others in the division.
Physical Requirements: Frequent, sitting, standing and walking, occasional lifting of 20 lb weights. Must be able to operate a computer and perform filing.
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between
$13 - $21
***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
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.
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
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CDL Training & Helper Routes
Get your CDL and start on local helper routes or ride-along positions to learn city driving.
What is the trucking job market like in Connecticut?
Connecticut's position in the Northeast corridor creates demand for regional and local drivers. The average truck driver salary in Connecticut ranges from $54,000 - $76,000 per year.
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