Entry Level CDL A Delivery Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

About The Position

Performance Foodservice is seeking an Entry Level CDL A Delivery Driver to deliver food and food-related products to customers safely and on schedule. Drivers operate a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes, following Department of Transportation regulations and company policies. They also represent the company to customers and help build lasting relationships. The position pays $30.20 per hour, paid weekly, and offers a four- or five-day work week. Drivers perform vehicle and freight inspections, maintain required records and paperwork, deliver and unload orders, verify deliveries, and handle customer returns and payments when required. The role requires physical handling of products and use of equipment such as a two-wheeler or lift gate.

Requirements

Internal PFG candidates must have one year of service in good standing as outlined in the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program and be able to attain a CDL permit and DOT Health Card.
0–6 months of commercial driving experience.
High school diploma, GED, or state-approved equivalent.
Valid CDL A.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Be at least 21 years old.
Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past three years.
Pass a post-offer drug test, criminal background check, and road test.
Have a valid 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 products of varying sizes and weights throughout the shift. Products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.

Responsibilities

Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
Perform assigned duties as a team member to serve the company.
Conduct 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, repair needs, and hazards; follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies.
Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
Count items and check customer invoices for loaded products.
Complete freight-related paperwork accurately and legibly.
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 to designated customer storage areas.
Check for damaged items, scan products, and contact a supervisor about order removal according to 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.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight locked or otherwise 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 hours of service in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
Perform housekeeping duties in the tractor and loading dock area and keep trailers clean as required.
Secure equipment and complete required paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.