Driver, Hourly CDL-A

PFG | Performance Good Group

2d

About The Position

The Driver, Hourly CDL-A delivers and/or unloads food and food-related products for customers using a tractor-trailer or straight truck. Routes may include intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. The driver is responsible for delivering orders safely, on time, and in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations, while communicating professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, with a four-day workweek consisting of 10-hour shifts and a 3 a.m. start time. Drivers perform vehicle and freight safety checks, follow safe-driving policies, maintain required records and paperwork, deliver and unload customer orders, handle returns and damaged goods, and keep vehicles and work areas clean and secure. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least 6 months of commercial driving experience.
• Valid CDL-A and be at least 21 years of age.
• Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
• 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 current DOT Health Card or be able to secure 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 weighing generally 10–35 pounds and up to approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of foodservice distribution industry experience.
• Experience with onboard computers and electronic log systems, such as PeopleNet.
• Experience with hand-held point-of-delivery scanning systems, such as POD.
• 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; 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 assigned routes and deliver customer orders according to the predetermined schedule.
• Unload products and transport them into designated customer storage areas.
• Check for damaged items, scan products, and contact a supervisor about removing orders 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; ensure the tractor, trailer, and freight are secured.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns at driver check-in and complete required paperwork.
• Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Complete daily hours-of-service records and 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.

Benefits

• Day 1 health and wellness benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401(k) employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Competitive pay.
• Growth opportunities.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED