Regional Route Delivery Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

3d•$90,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The CDL-A Driver drives a tractor-trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes to deliver and/or unload food and food-related products safely, on time, and in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Drivers communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answer questions accurately and promptly, and help build lasting customer relationships. They also work as team members and perform duties assigned to serve the company. This position operates regional routes with one- to three-day layovers, 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, with daily route pay plus rates for 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; people who worked for a PFG-owned company within the previous 24 months are ineligible for the incentive.

Requirements

High school diploma or 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 using handheld point-of-delivery scanning systems, such as POD.
Customer service-related work experience.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Must 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 obtain a new DOT medical card.
Able to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack freight of varying sizes and weights; product generally weighs approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.
Able to work the schedule assigned for the position.
Able to read, write, and communicate in English; English language proficiency is required.

Responsibilities

Perform required pre- and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards; report safety issues and needed repairs.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies and guidelines, and promptly report safety hazards.
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.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight locked or secured as appropriate.
Unload damaged goods and customer returns, return them to driver check-in, and complete required end-of-shift paperwork and procedures.
Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
Maintain daily records and comply with hours-of-service requirements and applicable DOT, state, and company policies.
Follow freight-handling guidelines and uphold safety standards throughout delivery.
Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
Perform other assigned duties and comply with company policies and standards.