Truck Driver - Class A

PFG | Performance Good Group

About The Position

Core-Mark, a Performance Food Group Company, is part of a Fortune 150 company that provides fresh and broad-line solutions to the convenience retail industry. The company operates distribution centers serving customers across the U.S. and Canada. The Truck Driver is responsible for operating a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes to safely and timely deliver and/or unload food and related products, in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations. The role involves professional communication with customers, vendors, and coworkers, as well as teamwork and other duties assigned to serve the company. Drivers can earn $1,500 weekly. The schedule is Monday through Friday with early-morning dispatch. The company describes the position as offering competitive pay and benefits, growth opportunities, and a safe and inclusive working environment.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 1 year of tractor-trailer commercial driving experience.
Valid CDL-A and minimum age of 21.
Meet applicable state licensing and/or certification requirements.
Have a valid current DOT Health Card or be able to secure 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 throughout the shift. Products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of foodservice distribution industry experience.
Experience with onboard computers and electronic log systems, such as PeopleNet.
Experience with handheld proof-of-delivery scanning systems.
Customer service-related work experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct required pre-trip 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 hazards, and follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines and policies.
Inspect the trailer to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
Count items and check 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 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 in accordance with company policy.
Verify deliveries with customers and obtain 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 the required paperwork.
Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
Record hours of service and maintain the required log in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
Perform general 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.