CDL A Delivery Driver

Charleston, SC, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $90,000.00 - $100,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

wellness benefits

Safe working environment

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, a division of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a leading broadline foodservice distributor that serves a diverse clientele including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. Through a broad network of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and various experts, the company builds strong, lasting relationships with its customers by providing tailored advice and support to enhance operational efficiency, menu development, product selection, and overall business strategies. The company is well-known for its commitment to delivering high-quality food products and exceptional customer service, playing a crucial role in the food supply chain across the United States.\n\nThe role of a CDL-A Driver with Performance Foodservice is integral to maintaining the efficiency and reliability of America’s food distribution system. The average annual salary offered for this position ranges from $90,000 to $100,000 with a typical work schedule from Monday to Friday. Dispatch times usually occur between 4am and 5am, indicating early start hours to optimize delivery routes and satisfy customer demand. This position is more than just driving; it involves being the face of the company by building and maintaining positive relationships with customers while ensuring the safe and timely delivery of food and food-related products. \n\nCDL-A Drivers operate tractor trailers or straight trucks on various routes including intrastate, interstate, overnight, and shuttle routes. Drivers are responsible for adhering strictly to Department of Transportation regulations and company safety policies to guarantee compliance and safety on the road. In addition to driving duties, drivers perform essential vehicle inspections, handle loading and unloading of products, verify delivery details with customers, manage customer payments when applicable, and maintain accurate delivery records. Safety is a top priority with regular pre-trip and post-trip inspections, ensuring that freight is properly secured and vehicles meet all safety standards. \n\nThis role demands physical stamina as drivers need to lift and move product cases or freight, sometimes weighing between 10 and 90 pounds, utilizing equipment like two-wheelers and lift gates. The CDL-A Driver supports the loading dock operations and keeps trailers and equipment clean and organized. This position offers competitive pay and benefits from day one, including health and wellness benefits, employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and more. The company prides itself on providing a safe and inclusive work environment with a culture that values rewards, recognition, and respect, alongside clear career growth opportunities for those supporting America’s vital food distribution network.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
12+ months commercial driving experience
valid CDL-A license
minimum age of 21 years
meet all state licensing and certification requirements as applicable
clean Motor Vehicle Report for past 3 years
pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
pass road test
valid DOT Health Card or ability to secure one
physical ability to hand-lift and operate equipment to move product cases/freight ranging from 10 to 90 pounds

Job Qualifications

High school diploma/GED
12+ months commercial driving experience
valid CDL-A
must be 21+ years of age
meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements where applicable
clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years
pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
pass road test
attains or has 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
product generally ranges from between 10-35 pounds and up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds depending on the location

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 (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations
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 (cash or checks) where required. Loads customer returns on to 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