CDL Class A Route Driver - Northern California

PFG | Performance Good Group

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About The Position

The CDL-A Driver drives a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local intrastate and interstate, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes to deliver and/or unload food and food-related products safely, on time, and in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations. Drivers help maintain the food supply chain and represent the company while building relationships with customers.

This role involves weekday daily multi-stop routes, with 10 or more customers per day. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, dispatch at 2 a.m., with average 10-hour shifts and no weekends. The work includes touch freight, mixed pallets, and use of a ramp and hand truck. Compensation is $320 per day during training, with a $400 daily minimum guarantee on routes and an average of $420 per day.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 12 months of commercial driving experience.
• Valid CDL-A.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Meet applicable state licensing and/or certification requirements.
• Clean motor vehicle report for the past three 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 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

• One year of touch freight experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards.
• Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards promptly.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies, and ensure trailer freight is properly loaded and secured.
• Count loaded items and verify them against customer invoices.
• Complete freight-related 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 into designated customer storage areas.
• Check for damaged items, scan products, 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, and load and secure customer returns.
• 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 housekeeping in the tractor and loading dock area and keep trailers clean as required.
• Secure equipment and complete required 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.
• Growth opportunities.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED