CDL A Driver Hiring Event - Open Interviews on Wednesdays

Performance Food Group • Pittsburgh, PA

7d • Onsite

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 may involve driving a tractor-trailer or straight truck on intrastate or interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. Drivers interact with customers and represent the company while building lasting customer relationships.

The position includes conducting vehicle and freight safety checks; delivering and unloading orders at customer locations; verifying deliveries and obtaining signatures; handling returns, damaged goods, and required paperwork; maintaining hours-of-service records; and keeping equipment and work areas clean. Open interviews are held every Wednesday during November from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Performance Foodservice, 226 East View Drive, Mount Pleasant, PA.

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.
• Able to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack freight throughout the shift; products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
• Perform assigned duties as a team member to support the department and 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 safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards promptly.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies and guidelines.
• Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured; count items and verify product against customer invoices.
• 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 schedule.
• Unload products and transport them into designated customer storage areas.
• Check items for damage, scan them, and contact a supervisor about order removal in accordance with company policy.
• Verify deliveries with customers and obtain appropriate 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 otherwise secured.
• Return 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 and maintain required logs 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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Day 1 health and wellness benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401(k) employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Sign-on bonuses (terms apply).
• Growth opportunities.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

What This Job Offers

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