CDL Class A Delivery Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

7d•$85,000 - $110,000

About The Position

The CDL-A Driver delivers food and food-related products to customers on local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. The role may involve intrastate and interstate driving in a tractor trailer or straight truck. Drivers deliver and unload orders safely and on time, in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, and build relationships with customers as representatives of the company. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, with dispatch between 10 p.m. and 4 a.m. The listed annual pay range is $85,000–$110,000. The position requires commercial driving experience, a valid CDL-A, compliance with licensing and DOT requirements, and the ability to handle freight and use equipment to move products.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 12 months of commercial driving experience.
Valid CDL-A.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Meet applicable state licensing and/or certification requirements.
Clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for the past three years.
Pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
Pass a road test.
Have a current DOT Health Card or be able to obtain one.
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.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 months of foodservice delivery and touch freight 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.
Complete required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor or truck and trailer according to DOT regulations and company standards; take appropriate action when needed.
Report safety issues, hazards, and required repairs, and follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving 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 as needed.
Drive to customer locations and deliver orders according to the predetermined route schedule.
Unload products and transport them to designated customer storage areas.
Check items for damage, scan products, and contact a supervisor about removing orders in accordance with company policy.
Verify deliveries with customers and obtain appropriate signatures.
Collect cash or checks when required; load customer returns and secure trailer doors.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight locked or otherwise 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 maintain 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.