CDL A Route Delivery Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The CDL-A Driver drives a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local intrastate and interstate, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes to deliver and/or unload food and food-related products safely and on time while complying with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Drivers ensure customer orders arrive at their destination at the scheduled time and in good condition, and build relationships with customers as representatives of the company. The position is based at 11451 Chito Samaniego, El Paso, TX 79936. The schedule is a five-day work week, Monday through Saturday, with no Sundays; days off vary and flexibility is required. Some routes may involve team driving or overnight layovers. Dispatch times range from 12 AM to 5 AM, with shifts averaging 10 hours. Routes involve ramp work. Average yearly income is $80,000 or more, with quarterly safety bonus opportunities. Performance Foodservice describes its work as supporting local customers—including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries—with food distribution and operational advice. The company highlights growth opportunities, a safe and inclusive working environment, and a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
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 for the past three years.
Pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
Pass a road test.
Have a current valid DOT Health Card or be able to obtain a new DOT Health Card.
Ability 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.
Flexibility to work a five-day schedule Monday through Saturday with varying days off; dispatch begins between 12 AM and 5 AM. Some routes may involve overnight layovers.

Nice To Haves

Six months of food or beverage delivery experience.
Touch freight delivery 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 support the company.
Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor or truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards; take appropriate action as needed.
Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards promptly.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies and guidelines.
Inspect trailers to confirm freight is properly loaded and secured.
Count items and verify 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 and transport them to designated customer storage areas.
Check items for damage, scan them, 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 onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight locked and 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 daily and enter the log 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 each shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.