CDL Class A Delivery Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

12d • $62,000 - $85,000

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, in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Drivers help ensure customers receive their products in good condition and build lasting customer relationships.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, with dispatch between 4:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. Pay is $62,000–$85,000 annually. Drivers perform vehicle and freight safety checks, follow DOT and company driving policies, complete delivery paperwork and hours-of-service logs, deliver and unload customer orders, handle returns and required payments, and maintain clean and secure equipment. The role requires physical handling of freight, generally weighing 10–35 pounds and sometimes approximately 60–90 pounds, using tools such as a two-wheeler or lift gate as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months of commercial driving experience.
• Valid CDL-A.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Meet applicable state licensing and/or 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 secure 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 of varying sizes and weights throughout the shift; products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and can weigh approximately 60–90 pounds depending on location.

Nice To Haves

• At least 6 months of experience in a multi-stop delivery environment with manual offloading (touch freight); candidates with warehouse, order selector, or other physically demanding material-handling experience will also be considered.
• Experience with onboard computers and electronic log systems, such as PeopleNet.
• Experience with handheld proof-of-delivery (POD) scanning systems.
• Strong customer service experience and ability to interact professionally with customers.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including frequent lifting, carrying, and unloading of product.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
• Work as a team member and perform assigned duties to serve the company.
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the 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.
• 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 to and deliver customer orders according to the predetermined route schedule.
• Unload products and transport them into designated customer storage areas.
• Check items for damage, scan them, and contact a supervisor about removing orders according to company policy.
• Verify deliveries with customers and obtain required signatures.
• Collect cash or checks where required; load customer returns and secure trailer doors.
• Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight appropriately locked and secured.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns at driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork; unload equipment and materials and remove trailer trash as required.
• Complete daily hours-of-service records and 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 all 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.
• Competitive pay and benefits.
• 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