Class A Delivery Driver - Onsite Hiring Event - 10/26!

Performance Food Group•Gilroy, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Class A Delivery Driver drives a tractor-trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes to deliver and/or unload food and food-related products safely, on time, and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Drivers communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answer questions accurately and promptly, and help build lasting customer relationships. The role also includes working as a team member and performing other duties as assigned. The position is based in Gilroy, California. The posting advertises an onsite hiring event on October 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Candidates are asked to bring a copy of their motor vehicle record (MVR) and a valid medical card. The stated minimum pay is $1,400+ per week for a four-day work week. There are no Sunday shifts; days off are split, shifts average 10–12 hours, and dispatch is between 12 a.m. and 3 a.m. based on the assigned route.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
At least 6 months of commercial driving experience.
Valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL A).
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Be at least 21 years of age.
Clean motor vehicle record (MVR) for the past 3 years.
Pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
Pass a road test.
Have a current DOT Health Card or be able to obtain a new one.
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.

Responsibilities

Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards.
Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards promptly, and follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies.
Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
Count items and check customer invoices against loaded products.
Complete required freight paperwork accurately and legibly.
Move the tractor to the loading dock and attach a preloaded trailer as needed.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight locked or secured as appropriate.
Unload damaged goods and customer returns, bring them to driver check-in, and complete the necessary end-of-shift paperwork and procedures.
Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
Maintain daily records and hours-of-service documentation in accordance with DOT, state, and company policies.
Follow safety standards and proper freight-handling procedures throughout deliveries.
Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers and perform other assigned duties.