Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Exact $90,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401k
Employee stock purchase plan
Education Assistance
wellness programs
Job Description
Performance Foodservice, a division of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a prominent broadline food distributor dedicated to serving a diverse clientele such as independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company is known for fostering strong relationships with its customers through a dedicated team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and industry experts offering comprehensive support. This includes advice on menu development, product selection, operational strategies, and overall business growth. Performance Foodservice prides itself on delivering quality food products as well as helping independent restaurant owners and other clients thrive in competitive markets by providing reliable service and tailored solutions.
Within this dynamic and customer-focused company, the CDL-A Driver role is essential to the efficiency and success of the food supply chain. This position carries significant responsibility, ensuring that food and food-related products are delivered safely, timely, and in good condition while fostering positive relationships with customers. The CDL-A Driver operates tractor-trailers or straight trucks across intrastate and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight shifts. This role involves adhering strictly to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations while supporting the company’s mission to uphold safety, reliability, and excellent customer service.
The position offers a Monday through Friday schedule, with drivers home daily, providing a balanced work-life environment. Pay potential reaches up to $90,000 annually, combined with competitive benefits such as Day 1 Health and Wellness benefits, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off. The company also ensures a safe and inclusive workplace culture that emphasizes rewards, recognition, and mutual respect among employees.
Key responsibilities include conducting safety inspections, performing vehicle and freight checks, communicating professionally with customers and team members, and handling paperwork accurately. Drivers are responsible for loading and unloading products, ensuring freight is secured and properly transported, and navigating delivery schedules efficiently. This role requires continual compliance with DOT guidelines and company policies, along with a commitment to fostering a respectful and professional image of the company to all customers encountered.
Working at Performance Foodservice means joining a company that values every team member’s contribution to the essential role of feeding communities across the country. Drivers play a crucial part in maintaining the flow of food products, supporting the company's promise to deliver quality and service. This position is not only a career opportunity but also a chance to grow within a company dedicated to employee welfare and professional development. The CDL-A Driver position at Performance Foodservice is a stable, rewarding job for individuals who seek a career with purpose, consistent scheduling, and comprehensive benefits, all while being part of an industry-critical operation.
Within this dynamic and customer-focused company, the CDL-A Driver role is essential to the efficiency and success of the food supply chain. This position carries significant responsibility, ensuring that food and food-related products are delivered safely, timely, and in good condition while fostering positive relationships with customers. The CDL-A Driver operates tractor-trailers or straight trucks across intrastate and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight shifts. This role involves adhering strictly to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations while supporting the company’s mission to uphold safety, reliability, and excellent customer service.
The position offers a Monday through Friday schedule, with drivers home daily, providing a balanced work-life environment. Pay potential reaches up to $90,000 annually, combined with competitive benefits such as Day 1 Health and Wellness benefits, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off. The company also ensures a safe and inclusive workplace culture that emphasizes rewards, recognition, and mutual respect among employees.
Key responsibilities include conducting safety inspections, performing vehicle and freight checks, communicating professionally with customers and team members, and handling paperwork accurately. Drivers are responsible for loading and unloading products, ensuring freight is secured and properly transported, and navigating delivery schedules efficiently. This role requires continual compliance with DOT guidelines and company policies, along with a commitment to fostering a respectful and professional image of the company to all customers encountered.
Working at Performance Foodservice means joining a company that values every team member’s contribution to the essential role of feeding communities across the country. Drivers play a crucial part in maintaining the flow of food products, supporting the company's promise to deliver quality and service. This position is not only a career opportunity but also a chance to grow within a company dedicated to employee welfare and professional development. The CDL-A Driver position at Performance Foodservice is a stable, rewarding job for individuals who seek a career with purpose, consistent scheduling, and comprehensive benefits, all while being part of an industry-critical operation.
Job Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 12+ months commercial driving experience
- Valid CDL-A license
- 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
- Attain or have valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card
- Ability to hand-lift and utilize equipment such as two-wheeler and lift gate to move product cases and freight of varying size and weight throughout shift
- Ability to handle products generally ranging from between 10-35 pounds and up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds depending on the location
Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- 12+ months commercial driving experience
- Valid CDL-A license
- 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
- Attain or have valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card
- Ability to hand-lift and utilize equipment such as two-wheeler and lift gate to move product cases freight of varying sizes and weights
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 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 (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
- 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
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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