Class A Delivery Driver Tacoma

PFG | Performance Good Group•Portland, OR

7d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Driver, Formula CDL-A drives 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 schedule, in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Drivers represent the company to customers and build lasting relationships while ensuring orders arrive at their destinations in good condition. This position is based in Tacoma and is home daily, with local Monday-through-Friday day-shift routes and dispatch between 1:30 a.m. and 3:30 a.m. The stated annual pay range is $90,000–$110,000, and drivers may qualify for a monthly bonus of up to $750 after training. An $8,000 sign-on bonus is paid in increments over 18 months. The role requires frequent handling and movement of product cases and freight using equipment such as a two-wheeler or lift gate. Products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 12 months of tractor-trailer commercial driving experience.
Valid CDL-A.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Meet applicable state licensing and 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 weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.

Nice To Haves

Foodservice and ramp delivery experience.

Responsibilities

Communicate and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, responding accurately and promptly to questions.
Work as a team member and perform assigned duties to support the company.
Perform required pre- and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards; take appropriate action and report required repairs or safety issues.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines and policies, and immediately report safety hazards.
Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
Count items and verify customer invoices for 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 items for damage, 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 locked or otherwise secured.
Unload damaged goods and customer returns at driver check-in and complete required paperwork; unload equipment and materials and remove trailer trash as required.
Record hours of service daily and maintain logs in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
Perform general housekeeping in the tractor and loading dock area and keep trailers clean as required.
Secure all equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.