Driver, Non-CDL

Performance Food Group • Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

This driver role operates a straight truck or van on local intrastate and/or interstate routes to deliver and unload food and food-related products to customers. The driver generally handles urgent deliveries resulting from mispicks and other customer service issues. Routes must be completed safely and in accordance with Company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The driver communicates and interacts professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers while following preferred work methods and customer service practices.

Performance Foodservice is a broadline distributor serving local customers such as independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. Its team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds customer relationships and provides advice on operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• 6–12 months of commercial driving experience.
• Valid non-commercial driver's license.
• Meet applicable state licensing and/or certification requirements.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for the past three years.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Pass a road test.
• Ability to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack product cases and freight of varying sizes and weights throughout the shift; products generally range from approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on location.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of commercial driving experience.
• Foodservice distribution industry experience.
• Experience with an onboard computer and electronic log system, such as PeopleNet.
• Experience with a handheld point-of-delivery scanning system, such as POD.
• Customer service-related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the truck or van and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards; report safety issues and required repairs and take appropriate action.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines and policies, and immediately report safety hazards.
• Inspect the vehicle to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured; count items and verify customer invoices against loaded products.
• Complete required freight paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Drive to and deliver customer orders according to the assigned delivery schedule.
• Unload products and transport them to designated customer storage areas.
• Check for damaged goods, scan items, and contact a supervisor about removing orders in accordance with company policy.
• Verify deliveries with customers and obtain the required signatures.
• Collect cash or checks when required.
• Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
• Keep the truck, van, and freight locked and secured as appropriate.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns at driver check-in and complete the necessary paperwork.
• Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Maintain a daily record of hours of service and enter it in the log according to federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Perform general 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.

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