Truck Driver CDL A

PFG | Performance Good Group

About The Position

The CDL-A Driver drives a tractor-trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road, 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 compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Drivers represent the company and build relationships with customers while ensuring deliveries arrive at the arranged times and in good condition. The position 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; employees may be eligible for a longevity bonus after one year. The company provides boots and uniforms. The role includes customer communication, vehicle and freight safety checks, delivery and unloading, documentation, and securing equipment. Drivers may need to use a two-wheeler, lift gate, or other equipment to move and stack freight.

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 and stack product cases or freight throughout 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 co-workers, 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 or truck and trailer according to DOT regulations and company safety standards.
Report safety issues, hazards, and required repairs, and take appropriate action as needed.
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 loaded products.
Accurately and legibly complete required freight paperwork.
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 into designated customer storage areas.
Check for damaged items, scan products, and contact a supervisor about removing orders according to company policy.
Verify deliveries with customers and obtain appropriate signatures.
Collect cash or checks when required.
Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight appropriately locked and secured.
Unload damaged goods and customer returns at driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork.
Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
Record hours of service and maintain 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 necessary paperwork at the end of each shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.