Skills for Chicago

Is a Chicago-based nonprofit that removes barriers to employment by eliminating biases that disqualify candidates unnecessarily. Working with local and global companies, Skills brings opportunities to neighborhoods and municipalities throughout the Chicagoland area. To be eligible for Skills for Chicago services, candidates must reside in Illinois or Indiana, be authorized to work in the United States, and be either unemployed or underemployed.

Jewel Distribution Center-Melrose Park

One of Chicago's most well-known and trusted grocers, Jewel-Osco prioritizes customer service and investing in their team. Jewel has 187 store locations and one distribution center, allowing them to serve their customers right in their own communities, and making it easy for them to access the wide range of products and services that they offer. Every day Jewel strives to become their customers favorite supermarket by ensuring they are bringing them value, variety and a friendly face that is always there to help.

Job Highlights

• Safely transport goods from one location to another
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Plan routes to meet delivery schedules
• Report any issues or incidents to the dispatch team
• Maintain a clean and organized truck

Candidate Profile

• Must have a valid Class A CDL
• 1.5+ years of touch-freight and driving a 53ft. tractor/trailer experience within the city of Chicago
• Must have a safe driving record/clear MVR
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older
• Must have open availability including weekends, evenings, overnights, and holidays
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

Additional Information

Location

Melrose Park

Benefits

Dental;Medical;Retirement/401K;Vision