CDL Class A Truck Driver

Michigan

6 days ago

Job Description

CDL Class A Truck Driver – $28–$32/hr. – Home Weekends

Kilwins is hiring a Class A CDL Truck Driver based in the Petoskey, MI, area to deliver Kilwins products to our franchise and company-owned stores. Specific route details to be determined.

Products originate from our Petoskey, Michigan Distribution Center, and this role plays a key part in ensuring stores receive their deliveries safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Our drivers play an important role in helping Kilwins stores create joyful experiences for customers every day by delivering the products that allow them to Deliver Happiness.

This position includes overnight travel Sunday/Monday through Thursday, with lodging and meal allowances provided.

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Driver Snapshot
Pay: $28–$32 per hour + Overtime (averages 10-20 hours/week)
Schedule: Overnight routes Sunday/Monday – Thursday or Friday
Home Time: Home weekends
Travel: Multi-state store deliveries and/or transfer routes to Youngstown, OH, Indianapolis, IN or Florida Distribution Center
License Required: CDL Class A
Physical Work: Lift up to 75 lbs; unloading required at store locations
Travel Benefits: Lodging and meal allowances provided

What Makes a Successful Kilwins Driver & Delivery Team Member
This role is ideal for drivers who take pride in safe driving, professionalism, and customer service. Our drivers interact directly with Kilwins store teams and franchise owners, so we value individuals who represent the Kilwins brand with integrity, reliability, and respect.

Because deliveries involve hands-on unloading and direct interaction with stores, this position is best suited for drivers who enjoy a mix of driving, physical work, and supporting a team-oriented company culture.

Help Deliver Happiness
Kilwins has been crafting chocolates, ice cream, and confections since 1947, and our mission is simple: Deliver Happiness.

Our drivers play a vital role in supporting our caring franchise store owners and company stores by ensuring products arrive safely, on time, and in excellent condition so they can serve their customers with the quality Kilwins is known for.

What You'll Do

Safely operate company CDL trucks delivering Kilwins products to franchise and company stores
Load and unload trailers, ensuring merchandise arrives in good condition at the correct location and scheduled delivery time
Plan efficient delivery routes using maps, routing tools, and electronic logging systems while adjusting for weather, traffic, and road conditions
Schedule and coordinate pick-ups and drop-offs within and outside the State of Michigan
Communicate delivery timing with store teams
Maintain DOT and FMCSA compliance, including electronic logs and required documentation
Maintain paperwork related to truck and trailer maintenance, including inspection reports, logbooks, and receipts
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
Review loads with the shipping and receiving department prior to departure
Report damaged items, delivery issues, or discrepancies to the Logistics Manager
Operate electric pallet jacks, lift gates, forklifts, hand carts, and other material handling equipment
Represent Kilwins by demonstrating our Core Values, Core Purpose, Core Operating Standards, and Brand Promise

Qualifications

CDL Class A license required
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to read maps and determine best routes based on road and weather conditions
Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
Mechanical aptitude for basic diagnosis of equipment or safety issues
Ability to operate forklifts, pallet jacks, lift gates, and other material handling equipment

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
Ability to navigate stairs repeatedly using a heavy hand cart during store deliveries
Ability to safely load and unload merchandise during delivery routes
Must wear steel-toed boots (company reimbursement provided)

Why Drivers Like Working at Kilwins

Competitive hourly pay
Consistent overnight routes Sunday–Thursday
Home weekends
Lodging and meal allowance provided during overnight travel
Supportive logistics and distribution team
Opportunity to support a respected and growing national brand
Kilwins drivers help support a network of passionate franchise store owners, company stores, and communities across the country.
Every delivery helps bring the Kilwins experience to life.

Kilwins Information

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Numbers & Facts

Location	Michigan
Website	https://www.kilwins.com

Skills

CDL Driver's Licenseunmatched
Class A Licenseunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Customer Experienceunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Delivery Drivingunmatched
Device Driversunmatched
Distribution Servicesunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Forkliftunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Loading/Unloadingunmatched
Logisticsunmatched
Logistics Managementunmatched
Network Supportunmatched
Order Picking/Packingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Pallet Jackunmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Shipping/Receivingunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Transportation Routingunmatched
Truck Driverunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched

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