Class A Delivery Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

13d

About The Position

Performance Foodservice is seeking a CDL-A Driver to deliver food and food-related products to customers safely, on time, and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The driver operates a tractor-trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. Drivers also unload deliveries and help build lasting customer relationships as a representative of the company. The role has early-morning dispatch and a five-day work week scheduled Monday through Saturday. Guaranteed earnings are at least $320 per day, with additional component pay based on cases, miles, and stops. Average annual earnings are stated as $100,000. A $7,500 sign-on bonus is offered subject to terms; people who have worked for a PFG-owned company within the past six months are ineligible for that incentive.

Requirements

At least 6 months of commercial driving experience.
High school diploma, GED, or state-approved equivalent.
Valid CDL A.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
At least 21 years of age.
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 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 assigned duties in service of the company.
Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor, truck, and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company standards; report safety issues and needed repairs.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies, report hazards, and verify that trailer freight is properly loaded and secured.
Count items and check customer invoices against loaded products; complete associated 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 into designated customer storage areas.
Check products for damage, scan items, 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 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 and maintain required 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 equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.