Delivery Drivers, Walk-in Wed. Interviews

Performance Food Group • Milwaukee, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The CDL-A Driver delivers food and food-related products to customers safely and on time, helping support the country’s food supply chain and 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, in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.

The position includes customer interaction, route deliveries, unloading products into customer storage areas, handling customer returns, securing freight and equipment, and completing required safety inspections, documentation, and service-hour logs. Drivers may work five days per week, with morning and evening shifts available. Average pay is $85,000 per year after training, and a $7,500 sign-on bonus is available after completion of training, subject to the stated eligibility restriction.

Walk-in interviews are held every Wednesday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at 9950 South Reinhart Road, Oak Creek, WI 53154. No appointment is needed; applicants can apply and interview onsite.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months of commercial driving experience.
• Valid CDL-A.
• At least 21 years of age.
• 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.
• 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 6 months of foodservice distribution industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
• Perform assigned duties as a team member to serve the company.
• Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer under DOT regulations and company safety standards.
• Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards promptly.
• 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 when needed.
• Drive assigned routes and deliver customer orders according to the predetermined schedule.
• Unload products from the trailer and transport them to designated customer storage areas.
• Check for damaged items, scan products, and contact a supervisor regarding order removals in accordance with company policy.
• Verify deliveries with customers and obtain appropriate signatures.
• Collect cash or check payments when required.
• Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
• Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight locked or otherwise secured.
• Bring damaged goods and customer returns to driver check-in and complete required paperwork.
• Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Record hours of service daily and maintain logs according to 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.

Benefits

• Day 1 health and wellness benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401(k) employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• $7,500 sign-on bonus after completion of training, subject to eligibility restrictions.
• Competitive pay and 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