This is a full_time Local position with US Foods in Fairburn, Georgia. The position pays $55,058+/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!
Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry?
We help YOU make it! Staring Pay: $26.47/hr
Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, strong safety culture, and much more! Excellent local leadership.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am start time until completion
US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.
Main Ingredients of the Job
Communicate with Dispatcher/Router for truck/trailer and door assignments
Keep assigned equipment coupled
Move trailers between buildings as directed by Router or Warehouse Supervisor
Load, unload or merge loads between environments
Stage shuttle trailers nightly for shuttle drivers
Set up trailers for backhaul with tractor and empty pallets
Place backhauls in correct door to be unloaded by warehouse
Make sure all equipment is paired and ready for next day's deliveries.
Work with mechanics nightly
Must attend all required company meetings.
All other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift/carry/push/pull 20 to 80+ lbs. of product repetitively during each shift required
Comfortable driving and working in inclement weather conditions
What You Bring to the Table
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have valid driver's license issued by state of residence
Minimum of six months Non-CDL commercial driving experience preferred
Ability to operate manual transmission preferred; may be required in specific locations
Must be able to pass DOT physical.
Must be able to read and communicate in the English language - able to hold a conversation, to understand highway traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and to enter information on reports and records.
Why US Foods
US Foods® helps our customers Make It, with products and services that shape the communities where we live and work. Opportunities in our company abound for skilled, forward-thinking associates.
Great drivers are crucial to the US Foods® team and one of the important faces of our organization. On and off the road, our drivers strive for integrity and reliability, while building trusting relationships with customers.
At the foundation of those efforts are our cultural beliefs, the pillars that define our work ethic, collaborative spirit and service. Together we help our customers make it, but we also believe in helping our drivers make it!
At US Foods®, we are committed to Total Rewards that respect and reward our associates for their dedication and hard work.
*Registering to the FMCSA Clearinghouse is a requirement by the Department of Transportation. All Drivers are required to the Clearinghouse website and register to the new database. The Clearinghouse is a secure online database that provides real-time information about commercial driver’s license (CDL) and commercial learner’s permit (CLP) holders’ drug and alcohol program violations. If you have not registered to the FMCSA database, please note registration is required. Please visit https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/register and click GO to login. If you are able to log into login, but are having trouble with the Clearinghouse registration, see “Clearinghouse Help” field on the clearinghouse page.
***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
1
CDL Training & Helper Routes
Get your CDL and start on local helper routes or ride-along positions to learn city driving.
This position pays $55,058+/yr. Actual pay may vary based on experience, endorsements, and miles driven.
What is the trucking job market like in Georgia?
Atlanta's position as a major rail and trucking hub, plus the Port of Savannah, drives strong demand. The average truck driver salary in Georgia ranges from $49,000 - $72,000 per year.
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