Job Title: Driver Trainee - SYGMA - San Antonio

Company: SYSCO
Location: San Antonio, TX

Employment Type: Full time

Company Name: US3089 Sygma San Antonio (The Sygma Network, Inc)

Job Summary:
Assist the driver in unloading of product at customer locations according to customer invoices, Preferred Work Methods and company policies.

Primary Duties:

• Unload product according to customer specifications and SYGMA delivery procedures at customer locations.
• Develop and establish good relationships with customers by providing excellent, courteous service.
• Learn route on current bid.
• Assist in all aspects of route paperwork.
• Work safely by following SYGMA's Preferred Work Methods.
• Other duties as assigned by Management.
• Attend CDL School when scheduled.

Additional Duties That May Be Assigned:

• Assist the driver in the pre-trip and coupling of equipment to ensure the vehicle is safe to operate.
• Provide assistance in routing with map reading and giving directions on route.
• Assist with delivery set up at the customer location.
• Assist driver in backing situations by getting out of the truck and watching for hazards.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma/GED or the equivalent in work experience is necessary.
• Previous food distribution and frozen food handling is preferred.
• Must be able to read and write clearly.
• Commercial Vehicle Drivers must have the ability to read and speak the English language sufficiently.

Physical Demands:
Work is medium to heavy in nature. Half the day is spent sitting in a tractor/trailer unit. Must be able to climb into trailer, lift 50 lb. boxes frequently, lift up to 75 lb. boxes occasionally, and move product on the 2-wheeler. You must be able to communicate clearly to customers.

Mental/Visual Demands:
You must be able to read at a distance close to the eyes and at arm's length, with or without correction.

Working Conditions:
Activities occur both inside (protection from weather conditions but not temperature changes) and outside. Position is subject to various roads, mechanical and electrical hazards.

Equipment Operated:
A two wheeled dolly. A pallet jack.

License or Certification:

• A valid driver's license
• CDL-A permit

All position requirements are subject to reasonable modification to accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities.
This description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the person in this position. Employees will be required to follow and perform any other job-related instruction and duties by their supervisor.

Overview: Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We're looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

Affirmative Action Statement: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.