Local Delivery Driver CDL-A

PFG | Performance Good Group•Colorado Springs, CO

6d•$83,000 - $125,000

About The Position

The CDL-A Driver delivers food and food-related products to customers safely and on time, following Department of Transportation regulations and company policies. Drivers operate a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local and other routes, including intrastate and interstate, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. They unload products into designated customer storage areas, verify deliveries, and build lasting customer relationships. The schedule is 4 to 5 days per week, Monday through Saturday, with an early-morning start and work continuing until finished. After training, first-year drivers can earn an average of $83,000 to $125,000 per year. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is available subject to terms; people who have worked for a PFG-owned company within the past six months are not eligible.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 6 months of commercial driving experience.
Valid CDL-A.
At least 21 years of age.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Clean motor vehicle report for the past 3 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, or other equipment to move and stack product cases or freight throughout the shift. Products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.

Nice To Haves

6 to 12 months of foodservice distribution industry experience.

Responsibilities

Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
Participate as a team member and perform assigned duties in support of the company.
Complete required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor or truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards.
Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards immediately.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies.
Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
Count loaded items and check customer invoices.
Complete freight-related paperwork accurately and legibly.
Move the tractor to the loading dock and attach a preloaded trailer when needed.
Drive to customers and deliver orders according to the predetermined route schedule.
Unload products and transport them into designated customer storage areas.
Check for damaged items, scan products, and contact a supervisor about removing orders according to company policy.
Confirm deliveries with customers and obtain appropriate 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 secured.
Unload damaged goods and customer returns at driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork.
Unload equipment and materials and remove trailer trash as required.
Record hours of service and maintain the required log 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.