Class A CDL Line Haul Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group•Carroll, IA

3d•$72,000 - $78,000

About The Position

The Driver is responsible for operating 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 compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The position serves as a company representative and builds relationships with customers while communicating professionally with vendors and coworkers. This route runs from Sedalia, Missouri, to Carroll, Iowa, and back to Sedalia, pulling a 53-foot refrigerated trailer. Drivers are home daily and work Monday through Thursday, with a daily start time between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Advertised starting wages are $72,000–$78,000, including hourly base pay and overtime, with annual merit increases. The role includes conducting vehicle and freight safety checks, completing required paperwork and hours-of-service logs, handling freight and customer returns, and keeping equipment and work areas clean. Drivers may also perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 6 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 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 one.
Able 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.
Class A CDL experience required.

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.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent (also listed as a required qualification).

Responsibilities

Drive a tractor-trailer or straight truck on assigned routes to deliver and/or unload food and food-related products safely and on time, following DOT regulations.
Perform required pre- and post-trip inspections of the tractor/truck and trailer, take appropriate action when needed, and report safety issues, hazards, and necessary repairs.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies, and inspect freight to ensure it is properly loaded and secured.
Complete required freight paperwork accurately and legibly.
Move the tractor to the loading dock and attach a preloaded trailer as needed.
Check items for damage, scan them, and contact a supervisor about order removal in accordance with company policy.
Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure the trailer doors.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight locked and secured.
Unload damaged goods, customer returns, equipment, materials, and trash as required; bring returns to driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork.
Record hours of service and maintain required logs in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
Perform housekeeping duties 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.
Communicate and interact professionally with vendors and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
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.
Competitive pay and benefits.
Growth opportunities.
Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.
Annual merit increase.
Home daily.
Four-day work week, Monday through Thursday, with three-day weekends.