CDL A Delivery Driver Extraboard

PFG | Performance Good Group

21d

About The Position

Performance Foodservice is a broadline distributor serving independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. Its team supports customers with advice on operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The CDL-A Delivery Driver delivers and/or unloads food and food-related products for customers safely, on time, and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The role includes driving a tractor-trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. This is an extraboard position requiring travel to cover paid time off and call-offs; the company covers mileage, per diem, and hotels. The posting lists average annual pay of $114,000+, a $10,000 sign-on bonus (terms apply), benefits from the first day of employment, free uniforms, and an annual safety boot allowance.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 12 months of commercial driving experience.
Valid CDL-A.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for the past three years.
Pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
Pass a road test.
Have a valid current DOT Health Card or be able to obtain a new one.
Able 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 location.

Nice To Haves

At least 12 months of foodservice or beverage delivery experience.
Experience with onboard computers and electronic log systems, such as PeopleNet.
Experience with handheld proof-of-delivery (POD) scanning systems.
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.
Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations and company safety standards; take appropriate action when needed.
Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards immediately.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies and guidelines.
Inspect trailer loading and securement of freight.
Count items and verify customer invoices against products loaded.
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 into designated customer storage areas.
Check products for damage, 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 when required; load customer returns 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 required paperwork.
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 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.