CDL Class A Delivery Truck Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

18d

About The Position

Performance Foodservice is a broadline distributor serving local customers such as independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. Its team provides customers with advice and support, and helps independent restaurant owners achieve their goals.

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 driver delivers and/or unloads food and food-related products safely and on time, in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Drivers also interact with customers and represent the company while building lasting customer relationships.

Training pay is guaranteed at $1,500 per week; after training, average annual earnings are $100,000. The schedule is Monday through Saturday, with overnight deliveries and two scheduled hotel layovers per week. A sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 is available to candidates with at least one year of foodservice delivery experience.

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.
• 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 during the shift. Products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of foodservice delivery experience qualifies for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000.

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.
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor, truck, and trailer according to DOT regulations and company safety standards; take appropriate action when needed.
• Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards promptly.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies and guidelines.
• Inspect the trailer to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
• Count items and check customer invoices against loaded products.
• Complete all freight-related 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 predetermined route schedule.
• Unload products from the trailer and transport them to designated customer storage areas.
• Check items for damage, scan products, 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 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.
• Record hours of service daily and maintain logs as required by federal DOT, state, and company rules.
• 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
• Education Level: High school or GED