Experienced CDL Class A Truck Driver - Hiring Event 11/11

Performance Food Group•Manassas, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The CDL-A Driver operates a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes, delivering and/or unloading food and food-related products safely and on time in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Drivers are an important part of the food supply chain and represent the company to customers by delivering orders in good condition and building customer relationships. Routes are home daily and operate Sunday through Thursday nights. The role is based in Manassas, Virginia, or Sterling, Virginia. Drivers can earn up to $130,000 per year and may be eligible for a $10,000 welcome bonus, subject to terms. The position requires regular vehicle and freight safety inspections, delivery documentation, customer interaction, unloading and handling products, and keeping equipment and work areas clean. Drivers must maintain accurate hours-of-service logs, secure equipment and freight, and follow company policies and applicable federal and state requirements. Performance Foodservice is a broadline distributor serving local customers including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. Its teams provide customers with guidance on operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 6 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 3 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 or freight throughout the shift; products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds depending on location.

Responsibilities

Communicate and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
Work as a team member and perform duties assigned to support the company.
Complete required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor or truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards.
Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards immediately.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines and policies.
Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured; count items and check customer invoices against 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 for damaged goods, scan products, and contact a supervisor about removing orders in accordance with company policy.
Verify deliveries with customers and obtain appropriate signatures.
Collect cash or checks when required.
Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight appropriately locked and secured.
Return damaged goods and customer returns to driver check-in and complete required paperwork.
Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
Record daily hours of service and maintain 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 necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.