Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $73,000.00 - $1.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
401K Employer Matching
Education Assistance
Paid Time Off
wellness benefits
Job Description
Performance Foodservice (PFG) is a leading broadline food distributor that has established a strong and unique relationship with a diverse range of local customers across various sectors including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company distinguishes itself not just by delivering high-quality food products but also by going the extra mile to support the operational success of its customers. This support is provided through a dedicated team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and industry experts who work closely with clients to offer advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and strategic planning. Performance Foodservice’s commitment to empowering independent restaurant owners and other food service providers has helped it build a reputation not only as a distributor but as a trusted business partner 95 a company that truly values its customers’ growth and success.
PFG operates with a strong company culture that emphasizes safety, inclusivity, and respect, fostering an environment where employees are rewarded and recognized for their contributions. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes day-one health and wellness benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and more, which shows its commitment to the wellbeing and professional growth of its workforce. These features have made PFG an attractive employer within the food distribution industry.
The CDL-A Truck Driver position at Performance Foodservice is an essential role within the nation's food supply chain. The driver is not only responsible for ensuring timely and secure delivery of food and related products but also serves as the public face of the company, building long-lasting relationships with customers. This full-time role offers a competitive annual salary averaging over $73,000 with a $10,000 sign-on bonus applicable under certain terms. The schedule involves dispatch between 3 am and 5 am on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with the driver returning home daily.
In this role, the CDL-A Driver will be driving tractor-trailers or straight trucks for both intrastate and interstate routes including local and over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, overnight, and drive and drop deliveries. Adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies is critical to ensure safety and compliance. The driver is also responsible for performing safety checks on vehicles, managing freight loads, accurate documentation, and providing excellent customer service. This position requires physical activity such as hand-lifting, using equipment like two-wheelers and lift gates to move freight, as well as completing daily logs and general housekeeping duties.
Overall, this role is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the delivery process within the food supply network and offers significant opportunities for career growth in a supportive and dynamic work environment. PFG’s dedication to employee safety, customer satisfaction, and community engagement creates an industry-leading workplace for those passionate about logistics, food service, and customer relations.
PFG operates with a strong company culture that emphasizes safety, inclusivity, and respect, fostering an environment where employees are rewarded and recognized for their contributions. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes day-one health and wellness benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and more, which shows its commitment to the wellbeing and professional growth of its workforce. These features have made PFG an attractive employer within the food distribution industry.
The CDL-A Truck Driver position at Performance Foodservice is an essential role within the nation's food supply chain. The driver is not only responsible for ensuring timely and secure delivery of food and related products but also serves as the public face of the company, building long-lasting relationships with customers. This full-time role offers a competitive annual salary averaging over $73,000 with a $10,000 sign-on bonus applicable under certain terms. The schedule involves dispatch between 3 am and 5 am on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with the driver returning home daily.
In this role, the CDL-A Driver will be driving tractor-trailers or straight trucks for both intrastate and interstate routes including local and over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, overnight, and drive and drop deliveries. Adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies is critical to ensure safety and compliance. The driver is also responsible for performing safety checks on vehicles, managing freight loads, accurate documentation, and providing excellent customer service. This position requires physical activity such as hand-lifting, using equipment like two-wheelers and lift gates to move freight, as well as completing daily logs and general housekeeping duties.
Overall, this role is crucial for maintaining the integrity of the delivery process within the food supply network and offers significant opportunities for career growth in a supportive and dynamic work environment. PFG’s dedication to employee safety, customer satisfaction, and community engagement creates an industry-leading workplace for those passionate about logistics, food service, and customer relations.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent
- 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 Qualifications
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent
- 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
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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