Regional Delivery Driver - Walk-in Wednesday Interview

PFG | Performance Good Group

7d•$90,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Performance Foodservice is hiring a CDL-A Regional Delivery Driver to deliver food and food-related products to customers on regional routes, which may include 1–3 day layovers. Drivers operate tractor-trailers or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. The role involves delivering and unloading products safely, on schedule, and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, while representing the company and building customer relationships. Drivers work 4–5 days per week, with start times between 11 PM and 3 AM. Compensation includes $300 per day during training and, after assignment to a route, pay under the company’s route-pay formula based on miles driven, cases delivered, and stops completed. The posting gives average pay of $90,000–$100,000 and advertises a $10,000 sign-on bonus subject to terms and eligibility restrictions. Applicants are invited to attend a Wednesday walk-in interview from 10 AM to 2 PM in Portland, Oregon, and should 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 6 months 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 old.
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, or other equipment to move and stack product cases or freight of varying size and weight; products generally range from approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on location.
Be able to work the assigned schedule.
Read, write, and communicate in English; English-language proficiency is required.

Responsibilities

Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspections of the tractor or truck and trailer; report safety issues and required repairs.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines and policies, and promptly report safety hazards.
Inspect trailers for correctly loaded and secured freight; verify item counts and customer invoices; complete freight paperwork accurately and legibly.
Move the tractor to the loading dock and attach a preloaded trailer when needed.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight locked or secured as appropriate.
Unload damaged goods and customer returns, complete required driver check-in paperwork and procedures, and remove equipment, materials, and trash from trailers as required.
Maintain daily records and comply with hours-of-service requirements and applicable DOT, state, and company policies.
Handle freight properly and uphold safety standards throughout the delivery process.
Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
Perform other assigned duties and comply with company policies and standards.