Class A Driver - Local Day Route

PFG | Performance Good Group

About The Position

Food and food service delivery Drivers play a critical role in the food supply chain. They ensure customers’ products arrive at the correct destinations, at scheduled times, and in good condition, while building lasting relationships with customers as representatives of the company. This role pays $26 per hour, has a four-day work week, and dispatches between 3:00 AM and 6:00 AM.

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 old.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for the past three years.
Have a current valid DOT Health Card or be able to obtain a new DOT Health Card.
Able to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, or other equipment to move and stack product cases or freight throughout 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 point-of-delivery scanning systems, such as POD.
Customer service-related work experience.

Responsibilities

Perform required pre- and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations and company standards; report safety issues and required repairs.
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.
Check item counts and customer invoices for loaded products, and accurately complete required freight paperwork.
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 from the trailer and transport them to designated customer storage areas.
Check for damaged items, scan products, and contact a supervisor about removing orders in accordance with company policy.
Verify deliveries with customers, obtain required signatures, and collect cash or checks when required.
Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors; ensure the tractor, trailer, and freight remain secured.
Unload damaged goods and customer returns at driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork.
Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
Record hours of service in 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 necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.