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

PFG | Performance Good Group

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Performance Foodservice delivery drivers fulfill a critical role in the food supply chain by delivering customer products at the arranged times and in good condition while building lasting customer relationships. 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 (DOT) regulations.

The position generally works Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays and an early-morning start. Drivers must be able to work the assigned schedule. The hiring event is onsite Wednesday, November 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; attendees must complete an online application and MVR screening. The event is at 8600 Springdale Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63134. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered, subject to the stated eligibility restriction for people who have worked for a PFG-owned company within the preceding six months.

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.
• Valid current DOT Health Card or ability to secure a new DOT Health Card.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, and answer questions accurately and promptly.
• Work as a team member and perform assigned duties to serve the company.
• Perform required pre- and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations and company standards; take appropriate action and report safety issues or needed repairs.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies, report safety hazards immediately, and ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
• Check item counts and customer invoices for loaded products, and 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 delivery schedule.
• Unload products and move them into designated customer storage areas.
• Check items for damage, scan products, and contact a supervisor about removing orders according to company policy.
• Verify deliveries with customers and obtain 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 secured.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns at driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork; unload equipment and materials and remove trailer trash as required.
• Maintain daily hours-of-service records and 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

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401K employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid Time Off.
• $10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to the stated eligibility restriction.
• Growth opportunities.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

What This Job Offers

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