Entry Level CDL Class A Truck Driver - Hiring Event 11/11

PFG | Performance Good Group

About The Position

This is an entry-level driver training role for a Class A CDL driver. The driver learns and gains experience operating a tractor-trailer or straight truck on intrastate and/or interstate local, over-the-road, shuttle, and/or overnight routes to deliver and unload food and food-related products. Routes must be completed safely in compliance with Company policies and Department of Transportation regulations. The Driver Trainee interacts professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers and performs assigned duties to support the department and Company. The position is based in Manassas, Virginia, or Sterling, Virginia. Routes are home daily and operate Sunday through Thursday nights. The posting states that first-year earnings can exceed $95,000. The role includes a training program, riding with and assisting a driver trainer, vehicle and freight inspections, customer deliveries and unloading, completing required records and paperwork, and maintaining equipment and work areas.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Valid Class A CDL.
At least 21 years of age.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Clean motor vehicle report for the past three years.
Pass a post-offer drug test and road test.
Have or attain a valid current DOT Health Card.
Able to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move and stack product cases or freight throughout the shift; products generally weigh approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on location.
For external entry-level hires: 0–6 months of experience with a Class A CDL.
For internal PFG candidates: one year of service in good standing as outlined in the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program, and ability to attain a CDL permit and DOT Health Card.

Responsibilities

Attend and successfully complete the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program as required, and complete and maintain training documentation.
Ride with and assist a driver trainer in making deliveries, following the trainer’s instructions.
Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor or truck and trailer according to DOT regulations and Company standards; report safety issues and required repairs.
Follow DOT regulations and Company safe-driving guidelines and policies, and immediately report safety hazards.
Inspect trailers for properly loaded and secured freight; count items, check customer invoices, and accurately complete required freight paperwork.
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 damage, scan items, and contact a supervisor about removing orders as required by Company policy.
Verify deliveries with customers and obtain signatures; collect cash or checks where required.
Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight appropriately locked or 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 enter logs in accordance with federal DOT, state, and Company requirements.
Perform housekeeping in the tractor and loading dock area and keep trailers clean; secure equipment and complete required paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.