Driver Trainee Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Valid Class A CDL.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Meet applicable state licensing and/or certification requirements.
• Clean motor vehicle record for the past three years.
• Pass a post-offer drug test and road test.
• Attain or hold a valid current DOT Health Card.
• Able to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack product cases or freight weighing approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location, throughout the shift.
• For external driver school direct hires and external entry-level hires: 0–6 months of experience with a CDL license.
• For internal PFG candidates: one year of service in good standing as outlined in the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program, and ability to attain a CDL permit and DOT Health Card.

Responsibilities

• Attend and successfully complete the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program as required, and complete and maintain training documentation.
• Ride with and assist a driver trainer during deliveries, following the trainer’s instructions and directions.
• Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspections of the tractor or truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company standards; report safety issues and required repairs.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies and immediately report safety hazards.
• Check that freight is properly loaded and secured, count items, check customer invoices, and accurately complete 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 to designated customer storage areas; check for damage, scan items, contact a supervisor about order removals as required, verify deliveries, obtain customer signatures, collect payment where required, and load and secure customer returns.
• Keep the tractor, trailer, and freight locked and/or secured as required.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns at driver check-in and complete required paperwork; unload equipment and materials and remove trailer trash as required.
• Record hours of service and enter the log in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Perform housekeeping in the tractor and loading dock area, keep trailers clean, secure equipment at shift end, and complete necessary paperwork.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401(k) employer matching
• Education assistance
• Paid time off
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Growth opportunities
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect