CDL Class A Delivery Truck Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group•Indianapolis, IN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The CDL-A Driver drives a tractor-trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), 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 deliver customer orders according to predetermined schedules and help build lasting relationships with customers. Routes dispatch from Porter, Indiana. Team and solo driving opportunities are available, including four- or five-day routes and some routes that are home daily. Occasional layovers may occur during training until an assigned route is established. The role operates automatic tractors and uses newer, maintained equipment. Training pay is guaranteed at $1,600 weekly, paid biweekly; average annual earnings are stated as $90,000 or more, with opportunities to increase income by working additional days. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered, subject to terms.

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 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 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.

Responsibilities

Communicate and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
Work as a team member and perform duties assigned 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 immediately.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies and guidelines.
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 and deliver customer orders according to the established route 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 necessary paperwork; unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
Maintain daily hours-of-service records and 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 all equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.