CDL Class-B Delivery Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

17d

About The Position

The CDL-B Driver operates a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes to deliver and/or unload food and food-related products safely and on time, in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Drivers represent the company to customers, build lasting relationships, and communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers. They also work as team members and perform other duties assigned to serve the company. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with dispatch between 3:30 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. The position pays a minimum of $215 daily, and drivers are home daily. Work includes conducting vehicle and freight safety checks, completing delivery paperwork and logs, following scheduled routes, unloading and securing freight, confirming deliveries, handling returns and required payments, and maintaining equipment and work areas. The company describes the role as essential to the food distribution system and offers competitive pay and benefits, growth opportunities, and a safe and inclusive working environment.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Valid CDL-B.
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 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 and freight throughout the shift. Products generally range from 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 months of touch freight and ramp/dolly experience.

Responsibilities

Perform required pre- 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.
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 for loaded products.
Accurately and legibly complete required freight paperwork.
Move the tractor to the loading dock and attach a preloaded trailer as needed.
Drive scheduled routes and deliver customer orders according to the predetermined delivery schedule.
Unload products from the trailer and transport them to designated customer storage areas.
Check items for damage, scan them, and contact a supervisor about removing orders according to 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.
Unload damaged goods and customer returns at driver check-in and complete the required paperwork.
Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
Complete daily hours-of-service records and enter them in the log 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.