Truck Driver CDL- A Delivery Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

12d•$104,000 - $104,000

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. The role delivers and/or unloads food and food-related products for customers safely, on time, and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Drivers also interact with customers and represent the company while building customer relationships. The position averages $104,000 in annual earnings and offers a Monday–Friday schedule, with dispatch between 3:00 and 4:30 AM and average workdays of 10–12 hours. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is paid in three installments over nine months.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 12 months of commercial driving experience.
Valid CDL-A.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Clean motor vehicle report (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 DOT Health Card.
Ability to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack product cases and freight during the shift; products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.

Responsibilities

Communicate and interact professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
Work as a team member and perform assigned duties to serve the company.
Conduct required pre- and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards; take appropriate action when needed.
Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards promptly.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines and policies.
Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
Count items and check customer invoices against products loaded.
Complete required freight paperwork accurately and legibly.
Move the tractor to the loading dock and attach a preloaded trailer as needed.
Drive to customers and deliver orders according to the predetermined route schedule.
Unload products and transport them to designated customer storage areas.
Check items for damage, scan them, and contact a supervisor about removing orders according to company policy.
Verify deliveries with customers and obtain appropriate signatures.
Collect cash or checks where required; load customer returns and secure trailer doors.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight locked or otherwise secured.
Unload damaged goods and customer returns at driver check-in and complete required paperwork; unload equipment and materials and remove trailer trash as required.
Record hours of service daily and enter them in the log in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
Perform housekeeping in the tractor and loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required.
Secure equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.