Class A CDL Delivery Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group•Carroll, IA

17d•$77,000 - $82,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Class A CDL Delivery Driver delivers food and food-related products to local customers on scheduled routes. Drivers ensure orders arrive safely, in good condition, and on time while following Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety policies. The role includes unloading product and placing it in designated customer storage areas, verifying deliveries, completing associated paperwork, and interacting professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers. The advertised schedule is Tuesday through Friday, starting at 6 a.m., with a four-day work week and overtime pay. The position is based at 1603 93rd St NE, Bismarck, ND 58501. Advertised compensation is an average weekly pay of $1,450–$1,575, or expected first-year pay of $77,000–$82,000, plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 6 months of commercial driving experience.
Valid Class A CDL.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Clean Motor Vehicle Report 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 one.
Ability to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, or other equipment to move and stack product cases or freight throughout the shift. Products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and can weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.
Ability and willingness to handle touch freight.
Strong customer service mindset.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of foodservice distribution industry experience.
Experience with onboard computers and electronic log systems, such as PeopleNet.
Experience with handheld point-of-delivery scanning systems, such as POD.
Customer service-related work experience.

Responsibilities

Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor, truck, and trailer according to DOT regulations and company safety standards.
Report safety issues, hazards, and required repairs; follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines.
Inspect freight to ensure it is properly loaded and secured, and check loaded items against customer invoices.
Complete required freight paperwork accurately and legibly.
Move the tractor to the loading dock and attach a preloaded trailer as needed.
Drive to customers and deliver orders according to the predetermined route schedule.
Unload products and transport them into designated customer storage areas.
Check for damaged items, scan products, and contact a supervisor about removing orders according to company policy.
Verify deliveries with customers and obtain required signatures.
Collect cash or checks when required.
Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight locked or otherwise secured.
Unload damaged goods, customer returns, equipment, and materials as required; remove trailer trash and complete necessary paperwork.
Record hours of service 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 each shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.