CDL A Delivery Driver HIRING EVENT 11/04/26

Performance Food Group•Omaha, NE

About The Position

Food and food service delivery drivers play a critical role in the country’s food supply chain. They deliver customers’ products safely, in good condition, and at scheduled times while building 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, delivering and/or unloading food and food-related products in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Routes include local packages with nightly home time and layover packages that may require up to two nights away per week; overnight stipends are provided. The position offers a four- or five-day work week, with additional days available. Average annual pay is $75,000–$100,000 or more, with uncapped pay potential. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered, except to anyone who has worked for a Performance Food Group-owned company within the previous six months. Performance Foodservice serves local customers including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. Its team works closely with customers and provides guidance on operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies.

Requirements

At least 12 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 for the past three years.
Pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
Pass a road test.
Have a current valid DOT Health Card or be able to obtain a new DOT Health Card.
Ability to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move and stack product cases or freight throughout the shift. Products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on the location.

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.
Conduct required pre- and post-trip safety checks and inspect tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations and company 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 required freight 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 for damaged items, scan products, and contact a supervisor about order removals in accordance with company policy.
Verify deliveries with customers and obtain the required signatures; collect cash or checks when required.
Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors; unload damaged goods and returns at driver check-in and complete required paperwork.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight locked and secured.
Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
Record hours of service and maintain the required log in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
Perform general housekeeping in the tractor and loading dock area and keep trailers clean as required.
Secure equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.