CDL A Delivery Driver

Worcester, MA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $96,200.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

wellness benefits

Safe working environment

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, a branch of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a premier broadline distributor specializing in foodservice essentials across a diverse customer base. The company partners closely with a variety of local businesses, including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. Their dedicated team, comprising sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other experts, offers valued advice on operational improvements, menu development, product selection, and effective business strategies. The company culture is deeply rooted in providing not only outstanding food products but also unparalleled support to help independent restaurant owners and other clients achieve their goals and dreams. This customer-focused approach positions Performance Foodservice as a leader in the food distribution industry, known for delivering quality and fostering strong, lasting relationships with its customers.

The CDL-A Driver role at Performance Foodservice is a vital position within the company's logistics and distribution operations. This is a full-time employment opportunity that offers an annual guaranteed salary of $96,200, along with a Monday through Friday schedule that ensures drivers are home daily. The role also includes comprehensive training conducted over six weeks in Springfield, Massachusetts, preparing drivers thoroughly for the responsibilities they will undertake. CDL-A Drivers are integral in maintaining the efficiency and safety of the food supply chain, ensuring timely delivery of products in excellent condition to customers. These drivers operate tractor trailers or straight trucks across intrastate and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight routes. Their work environment emphasizes safety, professionalism, and compliance with Department of Transportation regulations.

Drivers at Performance Foodservice play a critical role beyond logistical functions; they serve as the face of the company to customers and vendors, helping to build and maintain trust and rapport. The company promotes a safe, inclusive, and supportive workplace culture that values rewards, recognition, and mutual respect. Alongside the competitive pay, drivers enjoy robust benefits starting from their first day, including health and wellness plans, an employee stock purchase program, 401K with employer matching, education assistance, and generous paid time off. With opportunities for career growth and the chance to be an essential part of America’s food distribution system, this role offers both financial and professional advancement for qualified candidates who are responsible, safety-conscious, and customer-oriented.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
valid CDL-A license
minimum 6 months of commercial driving experience
at least 21 years of age
comply with all state licensing and certification requirements
clean driving record for the past 3 years
successful completion of post offer drug test
successful completion of road test
possess or be able to obtain a current DOT health card
physically able to handle lifting and equipment operation for moving products
able to work Monday through Friday
comply with Department of Transportation regulations and company policies
reliable and punctual

Job Qualifications

High school diploma/GED
6+ 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 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

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 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 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
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