Class A Yard Driver - Hourly (Nights)

PFG | Performance Good Group

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Class A Yard Driver is responsible for operating a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local and other routes to deliver and/or unload food and food-related products safely, on time, and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The driver represents the company when interacting with customers and works professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers. This is a local night-shift role with varied nights, beginning at 5:00 p.m. and continuing until finish. The position pays $25 per hour. Duties include inspecting vehicles and freight, following safe-driving and DOT requirements, transporting and unloading orders, documenting deliveries and hours of service, securing equipment and freight, and completing required paperwork and housekeeping.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 6 months of commercial driving experience.
Valid CDL-A.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Clean motor vehicle record 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 secure 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.

Responsibilities

Perform required pre-trip 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.
Count items, check customer invoices against loaded products, and accurately complete required freight paperwork.
Move the tractor to the loading dock and attach a preloaded trailer as needed.
Drive to customer locations according to the predetermined delivery schedule and unload products into designated customer storage areas.
Check items for damage, scan them, and contact a supervisor about order removal 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; keep the tractor, trailer, and freight 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 daily 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 all equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.