CDL Class A Local Delivery Truck Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

About The Position

The CDL-A Driver delivers food and food-related products to customers safely, on time, and in good condition. Drivers operate a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local intrastate and interstate, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes, following Department of Transportation regulations and company policies. The role also involves unloading products, handling customer returns, completing delivery documentation, and building professional relationships with customers. This position is home daily and follows a Monday–Friday schedule, with dispatches between 2:00 AM and 6:00 AM. The posting lists average annual pay of $88,000, depending on route, with additional earning potential for top performers. Drivers use modern trucks with automatic transmissions and receive company-provided safety gear.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 12 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, criminal background check, and 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, 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 professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, and respond to questions accurately and promptly.
Perform assigned duties as a team member to support the department and company.
Complete required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor, truck, and trailer for compliance with DOT and company safety standards.
Report safety issues, hazards, and required repairs promptly.
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 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 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.
Verify 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 or otherwise secured.
Unload damaged goods and customer returns at driver check-in and complete required 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 equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.