CDL-A Delivery Truck Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

About The Position

The CDL-A Driver delivers food and food-related products to customers safely, on time, and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The role involves driving a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local intrastate and interstate routes, over-the-road routes, shuttle routes, and overnight or drive-and-drop routes. Drivers also unload deliveries, verify orders with customers, and build lasting customer relationships as a representative of the company. The position offers average annual earnings of $95,000, paid bi-weekly, and a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000. The schedule is Monday through Saturday, with dispatch between 4 a.m. and 6 a.m.; drivers are home daily. The company describes the work as supporting America’s food distribution system in a safe and inclusive environment with growth opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 6 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 3 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 DOT Health Card.
Ability to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, 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.

Responsibilities

Communicate and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers, responding to questions accurately and promptly.
Work as a team member and perform duties assigned to support the company.
Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor or truck and trailer according to DOT regulations and company safety standards; report required repairs and take appropriate action.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies and guidelines, and promptly report safety hazards.
Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured; count items and verify customer invoices against loaded products.
Accurately and legibly complete required freight paperwork.
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 according to 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, customer returns, and equipment; bring returns to driver check-in and complete required paperwork; remove trash from trailers as required.
Record hours of service and maintain required logs 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.