Entry Level CDL A Delivery Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

6d

About The Position

Performance Foodservice, PFG’s broadline distributor, serves local customers such as independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. Its team provides customer support and delivers food and food-related products.

The Delivery Driver operates a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local intrastate and interstate, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. The driver delivers and/or unloads customer orders safely and on schedule, in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Drivers also represent the company and build relationships with customers.

The position pays $30.20 per hour, paid weekly, and offers a four- or five-day work week. The role includes customer interaction, vehicle and freight safety checks, delivery and unloading duties, delivery documentation, and completion of required hours-of-service records.

Requirements

• Internal PFG candidates must have one year of service in good standing under 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.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for the past three years.
• Pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
• Pass a road test.
• Valid current DOT Health Card or ability to secure a new 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 weighing generally 10–35 pounds and up to approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location, throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
• Work as a team member and perform assigned duties to serve the company.
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations and company safety standards; take appropriate action as needed.
• Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards immediately.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines and policies.
• Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
• Count items and verify customer invoices against 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 into designated customer storage areas.
• Check items for damage, scan items, 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.
• Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight appropriately locked and 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 daily in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Perform general 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 and benefits
• 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