Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $80,000.00 - $85,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
401K Employer Matching
Education Assistance
Paid Time Off
Medical benefits starting day 1
wellness benefits
Job Description
Performance Foodservice, a division of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a leading broadline foodservice distributor known for its exceptional relationship-building with various local customers. The company serves a diverse clientele including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The team comprised of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other industry experts work closely with customers to provide valuable advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and strategic planning. This close partnership enables Performance Foodservice to go beyond delivering quality food products; it helps independent restaurant owners and other clients achieve their business dreams and operational goals.
Performance Foodservice offers stable and rewarding employment opportunities with competitive pay, comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting from Day 1, opportunities for growth, and a supportive, inclusive workplace culture that emphasizes safety, rewards, recognition, and respect. Drivers employed at Performance Foodservice enjoy local routes that allow them to be home every day, typically working Sunday through Thursday nights with dispatch occurring between 3 pm and 5 pm. The average salary ranges from $80,000 to $85,000 per year, reflecting the importance and value of their role within the company.
The Shuttle Driver position plays a crucial role in Performance Foodservice's operations and the broader food supply chain across the country. Shuttle Drivers are responsible for transporting empty trailers to various operating warehouse locations and delivering full trailers to domicile and shuttle yard locations. This role requires driving a tandem trailer, tractor-trailer, and/or straight truck on both intrastate and interstate routes, ensuring the timely and safe delivery of goods in alignment with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
In this role, the Shuttle Driver becomes the face of the company to many customers, vendors, and colleagues, requiring excellent communication skills and professionalism at all times. The position demands strict adherence to safety checks and procedures, including pre-trip and post-trip inspections, ensuring all equipment meets safety standards, and reporting any issues that arise. Drivers must follow all DOT regulations and company policies, secure loads correctly, and maintain organized route paperwork. Operational responsibilities also include performing hook and unhook procedures safely, parking and securing equipment properly, and managing damaged goods and customer returns.
Beyond driving duties, the Shuttle Driver is expected to maintain cleanliness and order in their tractor and trailer areas and, as part of a team, to perform any duties required to best serve the company’s objectives. The role requires physical strength for handling varying product weights, sometimes up to 90 pounds, and safe use of equipment such as lift gates and two-wheelers.
Overall, this role offers a rewarding career path with substantial benefits, stability, and a chance to work in an essential part of America’s food distribution system, contributing to the success of the company and its valued customers.
Performance Foodservice offers stable and rewarding employment opportunities with competitive pay, comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting from Day 1, opportunities for growth, and a supportive, inclusive workplace culture that emphasizes safety, rewards, recognition, and respect. Drivers employed at Performance Foodservice enjoy local routes that allow them to be home every day, typically working Sunday through Thursday nights with dispatch occurring between 3 pm and 5 pm. The average salary ranges from $80,000 to $85,000 per year, reflecting the importance and value of their role within the company.
The Shuttle Driver position plays a crucial role in Performance Foodservice's operations and the broader food supply chain across the country. Shuttle Drivers are responsible for transporting empty trailers to various operating warehouse locations and delivering full trailers to domicile and shuttle yard locations. This role requires driving a tandem trailer, tractor-trailer, and/or straight truck on both intrastate and interstate routes, ensuring the timely and safe delivery of goods in alignment with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
In this role, the Shuttle Driver becomes the face of the company to many customers, vendors, and colleagues, requiring excellent communication skills and professionalism at all times. The position demands strict adherence to safety checks and procedures, including pre-trip and post-trip inspections, ensuring all equipment meets safety standards, and reporting any issues that arise. Drivers must follow all DOT regulations and company policies, secure loads correctly, and maintain organized route paperwork. Operational responsibilities also include performing hook and unhook procedures safely, parking and securing equipment properly, and managing damaged goods and customer returns.
Beyond driving duties, the Shuttle Driver is expected to maintain cleanliness and order in their tractor and trailer areas and, as part of a team, to perform any duties required to best serve the company’s objectives. The role requires physical strength for handling varying product weights, sometimes up to 90 pounds, and safe use of equipment such as lift gates and two-wheelers.
Overall, this role offers a rewarding career path with substantial benefits, stability, and a chance to work in an essential part of America’s food distribution system, contributing to the success of the company and its valued customers.
Job Requirements
- Must have 12 months commercial driving experience
- Must possess valid CDL A with Doubles Endorsement
- Must be at least 21 years old
- Must have high school diploma/GED or state approved equivalent
- Must meet all state licensing and certification requirements where applicable
- Must have clean Motor Vehicle Report for past 3 years
- Must be able to work 3rd shift schedule, Sunday-Thursday nights
- Must pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
- Must pass road test
- Must have valid current DOT Health Card or be able to secure one
- Must be able to hand-lift and use equipment to move and stack freight
- Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
Job Qualifications
- 12 months commercial driving experience
- High school diploma/GED or state approved equivalent
- Internal candidates must be in good standing
- Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills
- Valid CDL A with Doubles Endorsement
- 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
- Work required 3rd shift schedule, Sunday-Thursday nights (schedules may vary)
- Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
- Pass road test
- 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
Job Duties
- Performs all required safety checks including pre/post trip inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation regulations
- Reports all safety issues and or repairs required
- Follows all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies
- Inspects trailer for properly loaded and secured freight
- Ensures all required route paperwork is with tractor trailer load and available to driver upon dispatch
- Drives and delivers trailers according to predetermined route schedule
- Performs hook/unhook procedures per safety guidelines
- Parks and stores tractor trailers in designated areas
- Ensures all equipment and freight are appropriately locked and or always secured
- Collects and secures damaged goods and customer returns in empty trailer to bring back to driver check-in at base facility 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
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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