Truck Driver, Entry Level

Performance Food Group • La Crosse, WI

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About The Position

The CDL-A Driver delivers 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, interstate, over-the-road, shuttle, and drive-and-drop routes. The role includes unloading products into designated customer storage areas, verifying deliveries, and building lasting customer relationships. No commercial driving experience is required for entry-level hires. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, with no overnight routes or weekends; drivers average 10–12-hour days, and start and end times vary. Training pay is $29.70 per hour. After training, drivers average $346 per day, with top performers earning over $100,000 annually.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Valid CDL-A.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
• Clean motor vehicle report for the past three years.
• Pass a post-offer drug test, criminal background check, and road test.
• Have a valid DOT Health Card or be able to obtain one.
• Be able 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.
• For external entry-level hires: 0–6 months of experience with a CDL.
• For internal PFG candidates: one year of service in good standing under the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program, and ability to attain a CDL permit and DOT Health Card.

Responsibilities

• Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, and respond to questions accurately and promptly.
• Contribute as a team member and perform assigned duties to support the company.
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor or truck and trailer under DOT regulations and company safety standards.
• Report safety issues, repair needs, and hazards promptly; follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies.
• Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured; count items and verify customer invoices against loaded products.
• Complete required 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 for damaged goods, 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; secure the tractor, trailer, and freight.
• Bring damaged goods and customer returns to driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork.
• Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
• 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 necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available starting on day one, with dependent and family plan options.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401(k) employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Growth opportunities.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED