Driver, Non-CDL

PFG | Performance Good Group

5d

About The Position

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

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• Valid non-commercial driver's license.
• Meet applicable state licensing and/or certification requirements.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for the past three years.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Pass a road test.
• Able 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 weigh approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on the location.

Nice To Haves

• Foodservice distribution industry experience.
• Experience with onboard computers and electronic log systems, such as PeopleNet.
• Experience with handheld proof-of-delivery (POD) scanning systems.
• Customer service-related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the truck or van and trailer according to DOT regulations and Company safety standards; report safety issues and needed repairs.
• Follow DOT regulations and Company safe-driving policies and guidelines, and promptly report safety hazards.
• Check that freight is loaded and secured properly; count items, verify invoices, and complete required freight paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Drive to customer locations and deliver orders according to the assigned schedule.
• Unload products and transport them to designated customer storage areas; check for damage, scan items, and contact a supervisor about order removals in accordance with Company policy.
• Verify deliveries with customers, obtain signatures, and collect cash or checks when required.
• Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
• Keep the truck, van, and freight locked or secured at all times.
• 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.
• Record daily hours of service in accordance with federal DOT, state, and Company requirements.
• Perform housekeeping in the tractor and loading dock area and keep trailers clean and clear as required.
• Secure equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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