Driver, Non-CDL

PFG | Performance Good Group

About The Position

The Driver, Non-CDL role drives a straight truck or van on local intrastate and/or interstate routes to deliver and unload food and food-related products. The driver generally handles urgent orders resulting from mispicks and other customer service issues. Routes must be completed safely and in compliance with company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The driver interacts professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers while following company work methods and customer-service practices. The schedule is Monday through Saturday with split days off, and dispatch time averages 5 a.m. Pay is $25.75 or a $210 daily minimum.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
At least 6 months of commercial driving 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 3 years.
Pass a pre-employment drug test.
Pass a road test.
Valid current 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 of varying sizes and weights throughout the shift; products generally range from approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on location.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
At least 6 months of touch freight delivery experience.

Responsibilities

Perform pre-trip safety inspections of the truck and trailer according to DOT regulations, check that the cab and trailer meet company quality standards, and take appropriate action as needed.
Count loaded items and check customer invoices against the products loaded.
Complete all required freight paperwork accurately and legibly.
Move the tractor to the loading dock and attach a preloaded trailer as needed.
Drive predetermined routes and deliver customer orders.
Handle urgent deliveries due to mispicks and other service-related issues, typically using a small straight truck or van.
Unload products from the trailer and transport them to designated customer storage areas.
Check items for damage and contact a supervisor about removing orders in accordance with company policy.
Verify deliveries with customers and obtain required signatures.
Collect cash or checks when required.
Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
Unload damaged goods and customer returns at the driver check-in dock and complete necessary paperwork.
Unload pallets, insulated blankets, and Power Walker/hand carts, and remove trash from trailers as required.
Record hours of service daily and maintain the required log in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
Perform post-trip vehicle safety checks, secure the tractor and trailer, and red-tag equipment for repair or maintenance as needed.
Perform general housekeeping in the cab and loading dock area and keep trailers clean and clear as required.
Secure all equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.