Experienced CDL-A Delivery Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

21d • Onsite

About The Position

The CDL-A Driver drives a tractor-trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes to deliver and/or unload food and food-related products safely and on time, in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Drivers help maintain the country’s food supply chain and represent the company while building relationships with customers.

The position is based at Performance Food Service of Atlanta’s yard in Oakwood, Georgia. Dispatch is typically Monday through Friday between 3 a.m. and 6 a.m., with occasional Saturdays. Layover routes are required as needed. Pay starts at $90,000 per year. Touch-freight experience is required in the position details.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 12 months of commercial driving experience.
• Valid CDL-A.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
• Clean motor vehicle record (MVR) for the past three years.
• Pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
• Pass a road test.
• Have a valid current DOT Health Card or be able to obtain a new one.
• Ability to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack product cases and freight throughout the shift. Products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.
• Touch-freight experience is required, as specified in the position details.

Nice To Haves

• At least 6 months of touch-freight and ramp/dolly experience.

Responsibilities

• Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
• Work as a team member and perform assigned duties to serve the company.
• Perform required pre- and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor, truck, and trailer according to DOT regulations and company safety standards; report safety issues and needed repairs.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines and policies, and report safety hazards immediately.
• Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured; count items and check customer invoices against loaded products.
• Complete required freight 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 items for damage, scan them, and contact a supervisor about removing orders in accordance with company policy.
• Verify deliveries with customers and obtain signatures; collect cash or checks when required.
• Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors; unload damaged goods and returns at driver check-in and complete required paperwork.
• Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight locked or otherwise secured.
• 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 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.
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED