Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $90,000.00 - $95,000.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
401K Employer Matching
Education Assistance
Paid Time Off
day 1 health and wellness benefits
Job Description
Performance Foodservice, a division of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a leading broadline foodservice distributor committed to supporting a wide variety of customers including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. Known for its deep industry expertise, Performance Foodservice offers not just products but also valuable consulting on menu development, operational strategies, and product selection. The company prides itself on fostering close relationships with customers, enabling restaurant owners and foodservice operators to improve their operations and realize their business goals. By emphasizing both quality and service, Performance Foodservice is a key player in the nation’s food supply network, delivering more than just food — delivering success and satisfaction.
The CDL-A Driver role at Performance Foodservice is a vital position that supports America’s food distribution system by ensuring timely, safe, and accurate delivery of food and food-related products. This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $95,000 annually, with a mandatory work schedule on Monday, Friday, and Saturday, dispatching between 3:00 AM and 4:00 AM, and designated days off on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. The company creates a safe and inclusive working environment where respect, rewards, and recognition are cornerstones of its culture.
As a CDL-A Driver, you will operate tractor-trailers or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight 'drive and drop' assignments. The role demands compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations as well as adherence to company safe driving policies. Responsibilities extend beyond driving to performing safety checks, loading and unloading products, interacting professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, maintaining required paperwork, and ensuring that freight and equipment are secured properly.
This position is perfect for individuals who are dedicated to safety, customer service, and operational excellence. The CDL-A Driver serves as the face of Performance Foodservice in communities, reinforcing the company’s brand and commitment through every delivery. Drivers are expected to perform pre- and post-trip inspections, manage freight counting and documentation with precision, and handle customer returns and damaged goods appropriately. The role also involves light manual labor such as hand-lifting product cases ranging from 10 to 90 pounds and using equipment like two-wheelers and lift gates.
Performance Foodservice offers substantial benefits starting from the first day of employment, including health and wellness benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, generous paid time off, and internal growth opportunities. The company also promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in its hiring practices and workplace culture, providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates regardless of background.
Joining Performance Foodservice means becoming part of a respected leader in the foodservice distribution industry, working in a dynamic and supportive environment where your contributions help feed communities and support local businesses across the country. This role not only provides stability and financial rewards but also a meaningful way to contribute to the food supply chain that is essential to daily life in America.
The CDL-A Driver role at Performance Foodservice is a vital position that supports America’s food distribution system by ensuring timely, safe, and accurate delivery of food and food-related products. This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $95,000 annually, with a mandatory work schedule on Monday, Friday, and Saturday, dispatching between 3:00 AM and 4:00 AM, and designated days off on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. The company creates a safe and inclusive working environment where respect, rewards, and recognition are cornerstones of its culture.
As a CDL-A Driver, you will operate tractor-trailers or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight 'drive and drop' assignments. The role demands compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations as well as adherence to company safe driving policies. Responsibilities extend beyond driving to performing safety checks, loading and unloading products, interacting professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, maintaining required paperwork, and ensuring that freight and equipment are secured properly.
This position is perfect for individuals who are dedicated to safety, customer service, and operational excellence. The CDL-A Driver serves as the face of Performance Foodservice in communities, reinforcing the company’s brand and commitment through every delivery. Drivers are expected to perform pre- and post-trip inspections, manage freight counting and documentation with precision, and handle customer returns and damaged goods appropriately. The role also involves light manual labor such as hand-lifting product cases ranging from 10 to 90 pounds and using equipment like two-wheelers and lift gates.
Performance Foodservice offers substantial benefits starting from the first day of employment, including health and wellness benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, generous paid time off, and internal growth opportunities. The company also promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in its hiring practices and workplace culture, providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates regardless of background.
Joining Performance Foodservice means becoming part of a respected leader in the foodservice distribution industry, working in a dynamic and supportive environment where your contributions help feed communities and support local businesses across the country. This role not only provides stability and financial rewards but also a meaningful way to contribute to the food supply chain that is essential to daily life in America.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least 6 months of commercial driving experience
- Valid CDL-A license
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Meet state licensing and certification requirements where applicable
- Clean motor vehicle report for the last 3 years
- Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
- Pass road test
- Possess or be able to obtain a valid DOT health card
- Ability to hand-lift and use two-wheeler, lift gate, and other equipment to move and stack freight weighing between 10 and 90 pounds
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent
- 6+ months commercial driving experience
- Valid CDL-A license
- 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
- Attain or have 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 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 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
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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