Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Exact $73,000.00
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
401K Employer Matching
Education Assistance
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Performance Foodservice, a division of Performance Food Group, is a leading broadline distributor specializing in delivering high-quality food products and related services to a diverse range of customers. These include independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. With a comprehensive network of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and industry experts, the company is dedicated to building close, collaborative relationships with its customers. Performance Foodservice not only supplies delicious and fresh food but also provides valuable advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and strategic business growth. This commitment to service excellence helps independent restaurant owners and other clients achieve their goals and run successful businesses. The company is recognized for its inclusive and supportive workplace culture, prioritizing employee well-being, growth opportunities, and safety.
The CDL-A Driver position at Performance Foodservice is a critical role within the company’s logistics and distribution operations. This role involves safely and efficiently delivering food and food service products as part of the essential supply chain supporting America’s food distribution system. Drivers work the early morning dispatch shift from 3 am to 5 am on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with the convenience of returning home daily. The position offers a competitive annual salary averaging $73,000 and includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to terms. As the face of the company, CDL-A Drivers build lasting relationships with customers by ensuring that deliveries arrive on time, in good condition, and according to planned schedules.
Key responsibilities include operating tractor-trailer or straight trucks for various route types, including local, intrastate, interstate, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. Drivers are responsible for conducting thorough pre- and post-trip safety inspections following Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, maintaining safety records, securing freight, and handling delivery paperwork accurately. They also interact professionally with customers and vendors, ensuring customer questions and concerns are addressed promptly. This position demands physical stamina for lifting and moving freight up to 90 pounds, proper use of equipment such as two-wheelers and lift gates, and a commitment to maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
Performance Foodservice provides a safe and inclusive workplace, emphasizing a culture of recognition, respect, and employee engagement. Benefits start from day one and include health and wellness programs, an employee stock purchase plan, 401(k) employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and other valuable incentives. The company supports career growth and development opportunities in an essential industry dedicated to feeding communities across the nation. By joining Performance Foodservice as a CDL-A Driver, candidates become part of a trusted team delivering both products and outstanding service, contributing significantly to the food supply chain and customer satisfaction.
The CDL-A Driver position at Performance Foodservice is a critical role within the company’s logistics and distribution operations. This role involves safely and efficiently delivering food and food service products as part of the essential supply chain supporting America’s food distribution system. Drivers work the early morning dispatch shift from 3 am to 5 am on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, with the convenience of returning home daily. The position offers a competitive annual salary averaging $73,000 and includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus, subject to terms. As the face of the company, CDL-A Drivers build lasting relationships with customers by ensuring that deliveries arrive on time, in good condition, and according to planned schedules.
Key responsibilities include operating tractor-trailer or straight trucks for various route types, including local, intrastate, interstate, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. Drivers are responsible for conducting thorough pre- and post-trip safety inspections following Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, maintaining safety records, securing freight, and handling delivery paperwork accurately. They also interact professionally with customers and vendors, ensuring customer questions and concerns are addressed promptly. This position demands physical stamina for lifting and moving freight up to 90 pounds, proper use of equipment such as two-wheelers and lift gates, and a commitment to maintaining a clean and safe working environment.
Performance Foodservice provides a safe and inclusive workplace, emphasizing a culture of recognition, respect, and employee engagement. Benefits start from day one and include health and wellness programs, an employee stock purchase plan, 401(k) employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and other valuable incentives. The company supports career growth and development opportunities in an essential industry dedicated to feeding communities across the nation. By joining Performance Foodservice as a CDL-A Driver, candidates become part of a trusted team delivering both products and outstanding service, contributing significantly to the food supply chain and customer satisfaction.
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 or other equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight of varying size and weight throughout shift
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 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 all required paperwork associated with freight accurately and legibly
- 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 and transports items into designated customer storage areas
- performs damage control checks on items and contacts supervisor about removing orders according to company policy
- verifies delivery of items with customer and obtains 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 secured
- unloads damaged goods and customer returns and completes required paperwork
- performs daily record of hours of service and enters in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements
- performs general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keeps trailers clear and clean as required
- secures all equipment and completes all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift
- performs other related duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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