Regional CDL-A Delivery Truck Driver- Home Weekends!

Drive with a Family-Owned Company That Values You

Join 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
Monday–Friday schedule (Weekends OFF!)
Home 2–3 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

Ready to Join Our Team?

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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 & 383–396)
• 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.