Truck Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

10d

About The Position

The CDL-A Driver drives a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local, over-the-road, shuttle, and drive-and-drop routes to deliver and/or unload food and food-related products safely and on time, in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations. Drivers are a customer-facing representative of the company, building relationships while ensuring products arrive at their destinations in good condition. The listed position schedule is Monday through Friday, with no overnights or weekends. Drivers average 10–12-hour days, with start and end times varying. Drivers average $346 per day, and top performers earn over $100,000 annually.

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/or certification requirements.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) 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 and stack 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, answering questions accurately and promptly.
• Perform assigned team and departmental duties as needed to serve the company.
• Complete required pre- and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards; report safety issues and required repairs.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies, report hazards promptly, and ensure trailer freight is properly loaded and secured.
• Count items and verify customer invoices for loaded products.
• 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 items for damage, scan products, 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, customer returns, equipment, and materials; complete required paperwork and remove trailer trash as required.
• Record daily hours of service in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Perform 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