CDL Class A Delivery Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

6d•$62,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The CDL-A Driver delivers and/or unloads food and food-related products for customers safely and on time, in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The role involves driving a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local intrastate and interstate, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. Drivers also serve as a customer-facing representative, building relationships while ensuring orders arrive at their destination in good condition. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with dispatch between 4:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. Annual pay is listed as $62,000–$85,000.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 6 months of commercial driving experience.
Valid CDL-A.
At least 21 years of age.
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 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 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 experience in multiple-stop, manual-offload (touch freight) delivery environments.
Experience with onboard computers and electronic log systems, such as PeopleNet.
Experience with handheld point-of-delivery scanning systems, such as POD.
Customer service-related work experience.

Responsibilities

Communicate and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
Work as a team member and perform duties assigned in support of the company.
Conduct required pre- and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer under DOT regulations and company safety standards; report safety issues, hazards, and required repairs.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies, and ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
Count loaded items and verify customer invoices; complete freight paperwork accurately and legibly.
Move the tractor to the loading dock and attach a preloaded trailer as needed.
Drive the assigned route and deliver customer orders according to the predetermined schedule.
Unload products and transport them to designated customer storage areas.
Check for damaged items, scan products, and contact a supervisor about order removal in accordance with company policy.
Confirm deliveries with customers and obtain required signatures.
Collect cash or checks when required; load customer returns 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 trailer trash as required.
Record hours of service and maintain the required log according to 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.