CDL Class A Delivery Truck Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

19d•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. The role delivers and/or unloads food and food-related products for customers safely, on time, and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Drivers represent the company and build relationships with customers while ensuring products arrive in good condition. The position offers a four-day work week scheduled within Sunday through Saturday. Dispatch times range from 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., and end times vary. Depending on business needs and route structure, routes may involve working with a partner or operating independently. Nearly 50% of the fleet is equipped with lift gates to help make deliveries more efficient and reduce the physical demands of unloading. Average weekly earnings are listed as $1,545, with additional earning opportunities. A $7,500 welcome bonus is offered subject to terms; people who have worked for a PFG-owned company within the preceding six months are ineligible for the incentive. The company describes its work as supporting the food distribution system and offers competitive pay and benefits, growth opportunities, and a safe and inclusive working environment with recognition and rewards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 12 months of commercial driving experience.
Valid CDL-A license.
At least 21 years of age.
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 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 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

Touch freight delivery experience.

Responsibilities

Communicate 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.
Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor, truck, and trailer in accordance with 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 verify customer invoices for loaded products.
Complete required freight 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 predetermined schedule.
Unload products and transport them to designated customer storage areas.
Check products for damage, scan items, and contact a supervisor about removing orders according to 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 or 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.
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 equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.