Truck Driver CDL A

PFG | Performance Good Group

13d

About The Position

Performance Foodservice is seeking a CDL-A Driver to deliver food and food-related products to customers safely, on time, and in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations. Drivers operate a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local intrastate and interstate routes, over-the-road routes, shuttles, and overnight and drive-and-drop routes. They are also customer-facing representatives who build lasting relationships with customers. The role averages $104,000 in annual earnings and follows a Monday–Friday schedule, with dispatch between 3:00 and 4:30 a.m. 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 6 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 for the past 3 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 of varying sizes and weights throughout the shift. Products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.

Responsibilities

Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, responding to questions accurately and promptly.
Participate as a team member and perform duties assigned to support the company.
Complete required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor or truck and trailer according to DOT regulations and company safety standards; report safety issues and needed repairs.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies, promptly report safety hazards, and ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
Count items, verify loaded products against customer invoices, and complete freight paperwork accurately and legibly.
Move the tractor to the loading dock and attach a preloaded trailer as needed.
Drive assigned routes and deliver customer orders according to the predetermined schedule.
Unload products and transport them to designated customer storage areas.
Check products for damage, scan items, and contact a supervisor about removing orders in accordance with company policy.
Verify deliveries with customers and obtain required signatures; collect cash or checks when required.
Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors; unload damaged goods and returns at driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight secured; unload required equipment and materials and remove trailer trash.
Maintain daily hours-of-service records and logs in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
Perform general housekeeping in the tractor and loading dock area and keep trailers clean as required.
Secure equipment and complete required paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.