CDL-A Team/ Solo Touch-Freight Delivery Driver

Allen, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $90,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Night Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

day 1 health and wellness benefits

Safe working environment

Job Description

PFG Customized Distribution is a leading food distribution company that serves some of America’s most recognized national chain restaurants, including Cracker Barrel, TGI Friday’s, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, and Ruby Tuesday. The company is dedicated to meeting the unique needs of its customers by providing customized attention, centralized contact for product lines, menu changes, and account coordination. Operating across the U.S. and in more than 40 countries, PFG Customized Distribution plays a crucial role in the nation’s food supply chain by ensuring timely and safe delivery of products. The company fosters a safe and inclusive working environment that emphasizes rewards, recognition, and respect for its employees, encouraging professional growth and career advancement opportunities. PFG Customized Distribution offers competitive pay and extensive benefits, including Day 1 Health and Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and more. The work schedules are flexible but require overnight availability with weekly home time.

The CDL-A Driver position is essential within PFG Customized Distribution, responsible for operating tractor trailers or straight trucks to deliver food and food-related products safely and efficiently. The driver carries out deliveries on intrastate and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road, shuttle, and drive-and-drop assignments. Safety and adherence to Department of Transportation regulations are paramount in this role, ensuring all equipment and freight meet company safety standards and regulations. CDL-A Drivers are the public face of the company, interacting professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, building lasting relationships, and representing the company’s commitment to quality service. Tasks include performing pre and post-trip safety inspections, securing freight, accurately completing paperwork, and maintaining a clean truck and workarea. CDL-A Drivers also handle customer transactions, manage damaged goods, and uphold company policies at all times. This position demands physical capability to lift and maneuver a variety of products and freight and requires valid licensing and certifications. PFG Customized Distribution emphasizes equal employment opportunities and values a diverse workforce, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

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 the 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
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 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 the 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
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

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 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 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