CDL A Delivery Driver

Worcester, MA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $96,200.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

wellness programs

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

inclusive work environment

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, a division of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a leading broadline distributor in the foodservice industry dedicated to serving a diverse clientele, including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. With a passionate and expert team comprising sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other industry professionals, Performance Foodservice builds strong, lasting relationships with customers by offering tailored advice on operational improvements, menu development, and strategic product selection. The company prides itself on delivering not only high-quality food products but also comprehensive support to help independent restaurant owners and foodservice operators succeed in their businesses. Their commitment to innovation, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence has positioned Performance Foodservice as a trusted partner within the food distribution supply chain.

This full-time CDL-A Driver position offers an annual guaranteed salary of $96,200 with a Monday through Friday schedule, allowing drivers to be home daily. The role is essential to the safe, timely, and efficient delivery of food and food-related products, contributing significantly to America’s food distribution system. As the primary face of the company during deliveries, the driver fosters customer relationships by ensuring professional communication and the accurate delivery of orders. This CDL-A Driver is responsible for operating tractor trailers or straight trucks for intrastate and interstate routes, including local deliveries, over-the-road (OTR) shipments, shuttle services, overnight hauls, and drive-and-drop routes. Adhering strictly to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations is paramount, as is conducting all necessary safety inspections and maintaining the cleanliness and security of the vehicle, freight, and delivery area.

The company provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits from day one, including health and wellness programs, employee stock purchase plans, 401K employer matching, educational assistance, paid time off, and more. Performance Foodservice cultivates a safe and inclusive work environment that emphasizes rewards, recognition, respect, and career growth opportunities. Drivers play a vital role in ensuring customers’ orders are delivered in excellent condition and on schedule. They perform a variety of tasks, including verifying paperwork, loading and unloading freight, conducting damage control checks, confirming deliveries with customers, handling customer returns, completing required DOT and company documentation, and maintaining general housekeeping duties in their work areas. This dynamic and critical role offers both stability and the opportunity for professional development within a well-established and reputable foodservice distribution company.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
At least 12 months commercial driving experience
Valid CDL-A license
Minimum age of 21 years
Meet all state and certification licensing requirements
Clean driving record for past 3 years
Successful completion of post offer drug test
Pass road test
Current or ability to obtain DOT Health Card
Physical ability to lift and handle freight up to 90 pounds using required equipment

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
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