CDL A Delivery Driver

Omaha, NE, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $75,000.00 - $100,000.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Referral bonuses

Quarterly Safety Bonuses

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, a leading broadline distributor under Performance Food Group (PFG), has earned a distinguished reputation for nurturing strong relationships with a diverse portfolio of local customers including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. With a dedicated team comprising sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other industry experts, the company not only provides top-quality food products but also delivers tailored advice on menu development, product selection, operational strategies, and ways to boost overall business performance. This customer-centric approach, combined with the deep expertise of its staff, ensures that Performance Foodservice goes beyond simply delivering goods—it plays an instrumental role in helping independent restaurant owners and food service operators realize their dreams and elevate their operations to new heights.

Performance Foodservice is currently seeking skilled and motivated Food and Food Service Delivery Drivers to join its team. This role is essential to the company’s promise of timely and safe delivery of food products, pivotal to keeping America's food supply chain running smoothly. The ideal candidate will be entrusted with driving tractor trailers or straight trucks across intrastate and interstate routes while ensuring compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) safety regulations and company standards. Delivery drivers will serve as the face of the company, building lasting relationships with customers through professional interactions and reliable service.

Drivers benefit from competitive pay ranging from $75,000 to $100,000 annually, with uncapped pay potential. The role also offers quarterly safety bonuses, unlimited referral bonuses of $2,500 per successful referral, and a $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates who have not worked for a PFG-owned company in the past six months. Employees enjoy a flexible work schedule with a typical 4- or 5-day work week and opportunities for additional workdays, including up to two nights away from home per week compensated at approximately $145 for per diem and overnight expenses. Experience working in a safe and inclusive environment that emphasizes rewards, recognition, and respect, alongside extensive growth opportunities, makes this position a compelling career choice.

Additional employee benefits include day-one health and wellness coverage, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and more. This role not only supports the country’s essential food distribution infrastructure but also offers an environment focused on individual success and personal development. Delivery drivers will be expected to perform thorough pre- and post-trip inspections to meet DOT safety standards, efficiently manage delivery logistics from loading docks to customer storage areas, and handle related paperwork and payment collections. Through professionalism, attention to detail, and a positive attitude, drivers contribute directly to customer satisfaction and the company’s excellent reputation in the foodservice industry.

Job Requirements

high school diploma or GED
valid CDL A driver’s license
minimum of 12 months commercial driving experience
must be at least 21 years old
clean motor vehicle report for last 3 years
pass drug test and criminal background check
pass road test
valid DOT Health Card
able to physically lift products ranging between 10-90 pounds using equipment
meet state licensing and certification requirements where applicable

Job Qualifications

12 plus months of commercial driving experience
high school diploma/GED or state approved equivalent
valid CDL A
meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements where applicable
must be 21 years of age
clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for past 3 years
pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
pass road test
valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card
able to hand-lift and utilize two-wheeler, lift gate and/or other equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight of varying size and weight throughout shift

Job Duties

Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner
functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company
performs all required safety checks including pre/post trip inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation regulations
inspects tractor/truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed
reports all safety issues and/or repairs required
follows all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies
immediately reports all safety hazards
inspects trailer for properly loaded and secured freight
performs count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded
checks and completes in an accurate and in legible fashion all required paperwork associated with freight
moves tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed
drives to and delivers customer orders according to predetermined route delivery schedule
unloads products from the trailer, transports items into designated customer storage areas
performs damage control checks on items, scans, and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policy
verifies delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures
collects money where required
loads customer returns onto trailer and secures trailer doors
ensures that tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or always secured
unloads damaged goods and customer returns and bring to the driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork
unloads all equipment, materials and remove trash from trailers as required
completes daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements
performs general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required
at the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork
performs other related duties as assigned