CDL A Delivery Driver - Regional Routes

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Exact $73,920.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401K Employer Matching
Employee stock purchase plan
Education Assistance

Job Description

PFG Customized Distribution is a leading foodservice distributor renowned for its specialized services tailored to meet the unique needs of some of America’s most recognized national chain restaurants, including Cracker Barrel, TGI Friday’s, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, and Ruby Tuesday. The company operates across the United States and serves customers in more than 40 countries worldwide. As part of Performance Food Group, PFG Customized Distribution emphasizes quality, customized attention, and coordinated service to ensure seamless delivery of food products that meet the specific requirements of their diverse clientele. The company has earned a reputation for excellence, supported by a commitment to equal employment opportunity, inclusion, and respect for all employees regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristics. Their workplace culture emphasizes safety, rewards, recognition, and growth opportunities, fostering an environment where employees can thrive while supporting America's food distribution system vital to the country’s economy and communities.

The Driver, Formula CDL-A role at PFG Customized Distribution is a pivotal position in the company’s logistics and supply chain operations. This position involves driving tractor-trailers or straight trucks on various routes including intrastate, interstate, local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes to deliver food and food-related products. Routes for this role include a mix of solo and team assignments with out-of-state layovers twice per week, highlighting the need for a candidate willing and able to cross state lines without possessing any K restrictions on their commercial driver’s license. The company offers a weekly minimum income of $1,540 during active routes, which reflects competitive compensation. The vehicles provided are newer models equipped with automatic transmissions and optimized for ramp work, touch freight handling, and breakdown of mixed pallets.

As the face of the company, drivers are expected not only to transport products safely and on time but also to build and maintain professional relationships with customers, vendors, and colleagues. The responsibilities extend beyond driving to include safety and vehicle inspections aligned with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, proper loading/unloading of goods, accurate completion of all required paperwork, and adherence to all company policies and procedures. Drivers are also tasked with handling cash or checks when necessary, performing damage control, cleaning and maintaining their tractors and trailers, and ensuring all deliveries meet the highest standards of quality and safety. This role requires excellent communication skills, a strong sense of responsibility, and the ability to perform physical lifting tasks involving product cases typically weighing between 10 and 90 pounds.

In addition to competitive pay, PFG Customized Distribution offers comprehensive benefits beginning on day one of employment, including health and wellness programs, employee stock purchase plans, 401K employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off. The company places a strong emphasis on a safe and inclusive working environment, encouraging growth and rewarding performance, making it an excellent place to build a rewarding career in foodservice logistics. Candidates interested in this role must meet multiple regulatory and company standards, including passing drug tests, background checks, and maintaining clean motor vehicle reports, ensuring safety and reliability remain the company’s top priorities.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Six months commercial driving experience
  • Valid CDL-A license
  • Must be 21 years of age or older
  • Clean driving record for the past three years
  • Pass background check and drug screening
  • Pass department of transportation (DOT) health card requirements
  • Ability to handle physical lifting of packages weighing up to 90 pounds
  • Able to operate equipment such as two-wheelers and lift gates
  • Willingness to cross state lines and accept out-of-state layovers twice per week
  • Ability to follow safety protocols and regulations

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma/GED or equivalent
  • Six (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 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 (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations
  • inspects tractor/truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed
  • 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

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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