Class A Driver - Tolleson

PFG | Performance Good Group•Tolleson, AZ

12d

About The Position

Food and food service delivery Drivers play a critical role in the country's food supply chain. They deliver customer products safely, in good condition, and at scheduled times while building relationships with customers. The Driver operates a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local intrastate and interstate, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes, delivering and/or unloading food and food-related products in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The position involves customer and coworker interaction, accurate communication, and other duties assigned to support the company. This position is based in Tolleson. Routes dispatch at night, beginning at 4 PM, and weekends are off. Pay is listed as $65,000+ in the first year, with a $5,000 sign-on bonus, potential safety bonus, and pay for every stop, cube, and mile after training.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
Valid CDL-A and be at least 21 years of age.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Clean motor vehicle report for the past three years.
Pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
At least 12 months of CDL-A tractor-trailer driving experience.
Have a current valid 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 during the shift. Products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds depending on location.

Nice To Haves

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

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; take appropriate action when needed.
Report safety issues, required repairs, and hazards, and follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies.
Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
Count items and verify customer invoices against loaded products.
Complete 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 for damaged items, scan products, and contact a supervisor about order removal according to company policy.
Verify deliveries with customers and obtain 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, and equipment; complete required paperwork and remove trailer trash as required.
Record hours of service and maintain logs 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 required paperwork at the end of the shift.
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.
$5,000 sign-on bonus.
Potential safety bonus.
Pay for every stop, cube, and mile after training.
Growth opportunities.
Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.