CDL Class A Delivery Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

9d

About The Position

The CDL-A Driver delivers food and food-related products to customers safely and on schedule, following Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The role involves driving a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes, including intrastate and interstate travel. Drivers also unload products into designated customer storage areas and build professional relationships with customers.

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 valid current DOT Health Card or be able to obtain a new one.
• Able to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack product cases and freight weighing generally 10–35 pounds and, depending on location, approximately 60–90 pounds throughout the shift.

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.
• Complete required pre- and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards.
• Report safety issues, hazards, and required repairs; follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies.
• Inspect freight to ensure it is properly loaded and secured.
• Count loaded items and verify them against customer invoices.
• Complete freight-related 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 the delivery schedule.
• Unload products and transport them to designated customer storage areas.
• Check for damaged items, scan products, and contact a supervisor about order removals 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 locked or otherwise secured.
• Unload damaged goods, customer returns, equipment, and materials; complete required paperwork and remove trailer trash as required.
• Maintain 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 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