Entry Level CDL A Delivery Driver

Performance Food Group•Omaha, NE

About The Position

This is an entry-level driver training role involving local and overnight routes. During an 11-week training program, the driver earns $22.00 per hour; after training, compensation is listed as $75,000–$100,000. The driver learns to operate a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local, over-the-road, shuttle, and/or overnight routes, delivering and unloading food and food-related products. Routes must be completed safely and in accordance with company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The driver interacts professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers and performs assigned duties in support of the company. The role includes completing the required driver training program, assisting a driver trainer, conducting vehicle and freight safety checks, completing delivery paperwork, driving scheduled routes, unloading and verifying orders, handling returns and payments where required, and maintaining equipment and work areas. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid CDL A for external entry-level hires, and the ability to meet stated licensing, safety, medical, and physical requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
External entry-level hires must have 0–6 months of experience with a valid CDL A.
Internal PFG candidates must have one year of service in good standing under the applicable training program and be able to attain a CDL permit and DOT Health Card.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past three years.
Pass a post-offer drug test and road test.
Attain or possess a valid, current DOT Health Card.
Able to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack product cases or freight generally weighing approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on location, throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

Attend and successfully complete the required PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program, and complete and maintain training documentation.
Ride with and assist the driver trainer in executing deliveries, following the trainer's instructions.
Perform required pre- and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards.
Report safety issues, hazards, and required repairs promptly; follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies.
Inspect trailers for properly loaded and secured freight; verify item counts and customer invoices.
Complete required freight paperwork accurately and legibly.
Move the tractor to the loading dock and attach a preloaded trailer as needed.
Drive scheduled routes and deliver customer orders.
Unload products and transport them to designated customer storage areas.
Check for damaged goods, scan items, and contact a supervisor about removing orders in accordance with company policy.
Verify deliveries with customers and obtain required signatures.
Collect cash or checks where required.
Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight locked or secured as required.
Return damaged goods and customer returns to driver check-in, unload them, and complete necessary paperwork.
Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
Record hours of service and maintain logs in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
Perform housekeeping duties in the tractor and loading dock area and keep trailers clean.
Secure equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.