Pay & Compensation
- Weekly pay: $1,692–$1,865
- Annualized: $88,000–$97,000
- Top Drivers earn $100,000+
- Sign-on bonus available ($3,000)
- Pay Structure: Hourly, Miles, Stops, and Cases
- Calculate your potential earnings with our CDL-A Pay Calculator
Location & Routes
- Rice, Minnesota
- Local / Regional routes with early evening dispatch and overnight deliveries
- Delivery of America’s favorite brands
- Professional dispatch with real-time support
Job Description
- Inspect tractor-trailer for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection reports
- Check bill of lading and store keys for off-hour deliveries
- Drive tractor-trailer safely to destinations, applying DOT regulations
- Maintain driver log (Manual or Peoplenet) documenting delivery, temperatures, and exceptions
- Unload trailer and deliver products to customer premises
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Age
At least 21 years old
License
Valid Class A CDL
Experience
1 year or 50,000 verifiable miles of tractor-trailer driving experience
Qualifications
Must meet McLane's MVR and risk rating requirements
Language
Ability to read, write, and understand English for safe job performance
Equipment & Fleet
- Modern tractor-trailers
- Company-maintained vehicles for safe deliveries
- Tools for DOT compliance and reporting
Home Time
- Local / Regional routes allow more frequent home time
- Safe and predictable schedules
Hiring Process
- Application submission
- Background check and drug screen
- Interview and MVR review
- Orientation and training
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision from Day 1
- FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance
- Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick leave accrual from Day 1
- 401(k) Profit Sharing after 90 days
- Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement
- $3,000 driver referral bonus
FAQ
Do I need prior experience?
Yes, at least 1 year or 50,000 miles of CDL-A driving experience.
What is the pay structure?
Drivers are paid by Hourly, Miles, Stops, and Cases with potential bonuses.
What benefits start on Day 1?
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave accrual.
Is there a sign-on bonus?
Yes, $3,000 sign-on bonus for qualifying drivers.
Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Local deliveries in Minnesota and surrounding states
- Regional deliveries with overnight trips across Midwest and beyond
- Safe and efficient delivery to restaurants, retail, and e-commerce clients
Career Opportunities
Take your CDL-A career further in Rice, Minnesota! McLane provides local and regional delivery routes moving America’s favorite brands. Drivers benefit from industry-leading pay, frequent home time, comprehensive benefits from Day 1, and a supportive company culture. With over 130 years of leadership in distribution, we prioritize safety, training, and technology to help drivers succeed. Learn more and grow your career with tools and resources like CDL News, calculate your earnings with the CDL-A Pay Calculator, and explore other opportunities at CDL-A Jobs USA. Join a team that values experience, reliability, and a commitment to moving America forward.
