Job Event, CDL A Delivery Drivers, Nov. 11th

Performance Food Group • Saint Louis, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Food and food service delivery drivers play a critical role in the country’s food supply chain. They deliver customers’ products at the arranged times and in good condition, while building lasting customer relationships as representatives of the company.

The driver operates a tractor-trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes to deliver and/or unload food and related products safely and on time, in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays and early morning starts. Drivers must be able to work the assigned schedule.

The job event is onsite on Wednesday, November 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 8600 Springdale Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63134. Attendees must complete an online application and MVR screening. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered; people who have worked for a Performance Food Group-owned company within the last six months are ineligible for this incentive.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of commercial driving experience.
• High school diploma, GED, or state-approved equivalent.
• Valid CDL A.
• Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for the past 3 years.
• Pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
• Pass a road test.
• Have a current DOT Health Card or be able to obtain a new one.
• Ability to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack product cases and freight throughout the shift. Products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on the location.
• Ability to work the assigned schedule, including early morning starts and occasional Saturdays.

Nice To Haves

• 6 to 12 months of food distribution or touch freight experience.
• Customer service-related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
• Work as a team member and perform assigned duties to serve the company.
• Complete required pre- and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations and company safety standards; report safety issues, hazards, and needed repairs.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines and policies.
• Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured; count items and check customer invoices against loaded products.
• Complete freight-related paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Move the tractor to the loading dock and attach a preloaded trailer as needed.
• Drive assigned routes and deliver customer orders according to the predetermined schedule.
• Unload products and transport them to designated customer storage areas.
• Check items for damage, scan products, and contact a supervisor about removing orders in accordance with company policy.
• Verify deliveries with customers and obtain required signatures; collect cash or checks when required.
• Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors; keep the tractor, trailer, and freight locked or otherwise secured.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns at driver check-in and complete the necessary paperwork.
• Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Record hours of service daily and maintain required logs in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Perform housekeeping in the tractor and loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required.
• Secure equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Day 1 health and wellness benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401(k) employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Growth opportunities.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.
• $10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED