CDL A Delivery Driver

Performance Foodservice, a broadline distributor under Performance Food Group (PFG), is a prominent player in the foodservice distribution industry, dedicated to connecting local suppliers with a wide range of customers including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company is known for establishing strong relationships through a knowledgeable team comprising sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and industry experts who offer valuable guidance on menu development, operational strategies, product selection, and improving efficiency. By blending quality service with an understanding of customer needs, Performance Foodservice not only delivers delicious food products but also supports independent restaurant owners and other clients in realizing their business goals and dreams. Operating with an inclusive culture that promotes safety, respect, rewards, and recognition, Performance Foodservice ensures an environment conducive to employee growth and satisfaction. The company takes pride in its equal employment opportunity policy that promotes diversity and inclusion across all facets of the workplace, strictly adhering to state and federal legal standards.

The CDL-A Driver role at Performance Foodservice is a crucial position responsible for supporting the country's food supply chain through the safe and timely delivery of food and related products. This position offers an average annual salary ranging from $90,000 to $100,000 and follows a Monday to Friday work schedule with dispatches typically occurring between 4 AM to 5 AM. As a CDL-A Driver, you will operate either a tractor trailer or a straight truck on various routes including intrastate and interstate, local deliveries, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle runs, and overnight drives. The responsibilities encompass executing thorough pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety standards, ensuring that freight is properly secured and all delivery paperwork is accurately completed. You act as the face of the company by providing excellent customer service, interacting professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers to cultivate trust and maintain strong business relationships.

In this essential role, you will manage the entire delivery process from maneuvering and attaching trailers at loading docks, unloading products, verifying delivery with customer signatures, handling customer returns, to completing accurate record-keeping such as hours of service logs. Safety and compliance are top priorities as you adhere to company policies and DOT regulations to minimize risks and maintain operational integrity. Physical requirements include hand-lifting and using equipment like two-wheelers and lift gates to move product cases typically ranging from 10 to 90 pounds depending on location. The environment is supportive with growth opportunities, competitive pay, and an inclusive culture focused on employee wellness with benefits activated from day one, including health and wellness plans, 401K employer matching, employee stock purchase plans, education assistance and paid time off. This role offers stability and the chance to be part of a leader that contributes significantly to America’s food distribution system while providing an encouraging workplace for career advancement.