CDL-A Delivery Driver – DFW Area

Fort Worth, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $88,000.00 - $1.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Performance Foodservice is a leading broadline distributor, part of Performance Food Group (PFG), that plays a pivotal role in the food distribution industry. The company maintains a unique and valued relationship with a diverse portfolio of local customers, including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. Performance Foodservice is renowned not only for delivering high-quality, delicious food products but also for providing exceptional advisory services. A dedicated team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other experts collaborate closely with customers to offer guidance on operational improvements, menu development, product selection, and comprehensive operational strategies. The company’s commitment to going beyond simple food delivery reflects its dedication to helping independent restaurant owners realize their business goals and dreams. Known for its inclusive and supportive work environment, Performance Foodservice fosters a culture that values rewards, recognition, and respect among its employees. It offers competitive pay and a robust benefits package that includes Day 1 Health and Wellness benefits, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off. Employees have ample growth opportunities in a stable and essential industry that contributes significantly to America’s food supply chain.

This particular role is for a CDL-A Driver, a vital position responsible for the safe and timely delivery of food and food-related products. The CDL-A Driver operates tractor trailers or straight trucks across intrastate and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight drive and drop assignments. The position demands availability for early morning dispatch hours from midnight to 6 a.m., including layover routes, and occasional Saturday shifts scheduled Monday through Friday. The role requires adherence to strict Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety policies while maintaining the highest standards of customer service. The CDL-A Driver represents the company as the face of Performance Foodservice to its customers, emphasizing professionalism, safety, and relationship-building. Primary responsibilities include performing vehicle inspections, securing freight, accurate documentation, safe driving, timely deliveries, and assistance with loading and unloading products. This role demands proficiency in handling commercial driving equipment, compliance with federal and state regulations, and the physical capability to manage freight typically weighing between 10 and 90 pounds. The position offers competitive compensation starting at $88,000 annually after the training period, reflecting the significance of the role within the company and the broader food distribution supply chain.

Job Requirements

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
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 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 the location

Job Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
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 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 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 including pre/post trip 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 and 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 contacts 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