Truck Driver (CDL-A) - Home Weekends - Regional Routes
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General Freight TruckingSchool and Employee Bus TransportationSpecialized Freight TruckingAutomobile DealersInterurban and Rural Bus TransportationJoin Mel-O-Cream Donuts InternationalDrive with a family-owned manufacturing company that values safety, reliability, and work-life balance. At Mel-O-Cream Donuts International, our drivers are the face of our company delivering quality products with pride and professionalism.
We offer consistent regional routes, weekends off, and late-model equipment. If you're looking for a stable, long-term driving career with great pay and benefits, we want to hear from you!
Average annual pay: $65,000$75,000 $2,000 Sign-On/Schedule Bonus MondayFriday schedule (Weekends OFF!) Home 23 nights per week Reefer trailer deliveries to grocery warehouses
Compensation Details
Pay structure: Combination of mileage, stop pay, and hourly pay provided for detention time, local deliveries, and other non-driving duties
Additional pay for extra pickups/deliveries
Safety and performance bonuses available
Consistent weekly routes with dependable miles
Paid weekly
What You'll Do
Safely operate a truck (26,000+ GVW) for regional deliveries
Transport Mel-O-Cream products to grocery warehouses and distributors
Pick up and backhaul ingredients or materials used in donut production when assigned
Load and unload products, verify counts, and complete delivery paperwork
Maintain accurate electronic logs (ELDs)
Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections
Keep your assigned truck clean and well-maintained
Provide courteous, professional customer service at every stop
Weekly route schedules will be posted about a week in advance, although they may be subject to change
Expect to be away from home for approximately 2 nights a week, with occasional Sunday departures
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Apply today and start your next chapter with a company that treats its drivers like family.
Requirements
Valid Illinois CDL-A license
2+ years of driving experience
Clean driving record
Basic knowledge of FMCSA regulations (Sec. 177 & 383396)
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Must pass a DOT physical and drug test
Strong work ethic, professionalism, and communication skills
Drivers are expected to maintain a clean, professional appearance and good personal hygiene while representing Mel-O-Cream
Ability to use email and basic navigation tools
Benefits
PTO (Paid Time OFF)- Accruing right away
401 K Plan
401 K Match
Profit Share
Paid Holidays
Safety Bonus
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability Insurance
Weekly PAY
Employee Assistant Program
About Mel-O-Cream
Mel-O-Cream Donuts International, Inc. is a trusted Midwest manufacturer of premium bakery products, proudly serving grocery and foodservice partners across the region. Our professional drivers play a key role in maintaining our reputation for reliability, safety, and customer service excellence.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Disclaimer
The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.