Regional Delivery Driver - Walk-in Wednesday Interview

PFG | Performance Good Group

1d•$90,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Performance Foodservice is a broadline food distributor serving local customers including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The Regional Delivery Driver delivers food and food-related products to customers safely, on time, and in good condition, while building professional relationships with customers. The CDL-A Driver operates a tractor-trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. The role includes handling freight and customer returns, completing required inspections and paperwork, maintaining DOT-compliant records, and following company and regulatory safety policies. Routes include one- to three-day layovers. Drivers work four to five days per week, with start times between 11 PM and 3 AM. Compensation uses a component-based route-pay system after training and route assignment. Pay is based on daily route pay, miles driven, cases delivered, and stops completed; average annual pay is approximately $90,000–$100,000. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered subject to terms, and employees who worked for a PFG-owned company within the last 24 months are ineligible for the incentive. The posting invites candidates to attend a Wednesday walk-in interview from 10 AM to 2 PM at 19786 NE San Rafael Street, Portland, Oregon, and asks them to bring a driver's license and medical card and be prepared for a road test.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
At least 1 year of commercial driving experience.
Foodservice distribution industry experience.
Experience with onboard computers and electronic log systems, such as PeopleNet.
Experience with handheld point-of-delivery scanning systems, such as POD.
Customer service-related work experience.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Be at least 21 years of age.
Meet PFG Motor Vehicle Report requirements for the past 3 years.
Pass a pre-employment drug test and meet PFG FMCSA Clearinghouse requirements.
Pass a road test and be able to secure a new DOT Medical Card.
Be able to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack product cases and freight of varying size and weight; product generally ranges from approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on location.
Be able to work the assigned schedule.
Be able to read, write, and communicate in English; English language proficiency is required.

Responsibilities

Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations and company safety standards; report safety issues and required repairs.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines and policies, and immediately report safety hazards.
Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured; count items, verify customer invoices, and accurately complete freight-related paperwork.
Move the tractor to the loading dock and attach a preloaded trailer as needed.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight appropriately locked and secured.
Unload damaged goods and customer returns, complete required driver check-in paperwork and procedures, and unload equipment and materials and remove trailer trash as required.
Maintain daily records and hours-of-service documentation in accordance with DOT, state, and company policies.
Follow freight-handling guidelines and uphold safety standards throughout the delivery process.
Communicate and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
Perform other assigned duties and comply with company policies and standards.