CDL A Delivery Driver

Indianapolis, IN, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $73,000.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

wellness benefits

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, a leading broadline distributor under Performance Food Group (PFG), specializes in delivering high-quality food products and exceptional service to a diverse range of customers, including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. This dynamic company boasts a skilled team consisting of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other industry experts who work closely with clients to enhance operational efficiency, refine menu offerings, optimize product selection, and streamline business strategies. PFG is committed to not only supplying delicious food but also supporting independent restaurant owners in achieving their business goals and fulfilling their dreams. Renowned for its excellent customer-centric approach, Performance Foodservice fosters strong relationships with its customers, facilitating sustainable growth and success within the foodservice industry. The company also prides itself on maintaining an inclusive and equitable work environment, underscored by its equal employment opportunity policies that protect employees and applicants from discrimination based on race, sex, age, and other protected characteristics.

The CDL-A Driver role at Performance Foodservice is an essential part of the company's operations, ensuring the timely and safe delivery of food and food-related products across various routes. This position offers a competitive annual salary exceeding $73,000, a $10,000 sign-on bonus (terms apply), and a dependable daily home schedule with dispatch hours between 3 am and 5 am on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. The driver is tasked with operating tractor trailers or straight trucks for intrastate and interstate deliveries, shuttle services, and overnight drive and drop routes. The position is pivotal to maintaining the integrity and efficiency of America’s food distribution chain by ensuring that deliveries arrive on time, in excellent condition, and comply with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.

Beyond transportation duties, the CDL-A Driver represents the company to customers, building and maintaining lasting relationships by providing professional and courteous service. Regular responsibilities include conducting thorough safety inspections before and after trips, adhering to DOT and company safety guidelines, managing freight loading and unloading processes, and accurately completing all required delivery documentation. Drivers also handle cash or check collections when necessary and ensure all equipment is secured at the end of the shift. Performance Foodservice emphasizes a safe and inclusive workplace culture, promoting rewards, recognition, and respect among team members, making this role not only critical but also rewarding.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals with a valid CDL-A license, a clean driving record, and a commitment to safety and customer satisfaction. The company values drivers who can work efficiently as part of a team and maintain high standards of professionalism and reliability. Additionally, Performance Foodservice offers a comprehensive benefits package from day one, including health and wellness coverage, employee stock purchase programs, 401(k) employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and numerous growth opportunities within the organization. This driver role is not just a job but a pathway to a stable career within a company dedicated to excellence and employee success.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
valid CDL-A license
minimum 6 months commercial driving experience
21 years of age or older
clean driving record for the past 3 years
ability to pass drug screening and background check
ability to pass DOT road test
current or obtainable DOT Health Card
ability to lift and maneuver product cases weighing between 10 and 90 pounds using proper equipment
compliance with all applicable state licensing and certification requirements.

Job Qualifications

High school diploma/GED or equivalent
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 (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 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.