CDL A Truck Driver

Performance Foodservice, a subsidiary of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a leading broadline distributor dedicated to serving a diverse clientele including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. With a commitment to excellence, the company fosters strong customer relationships through a team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and industry experts who provide valuable advice on operational improvements, menu development, product selection, and strategies aimed at helping independent restaurant owners and businesses thrive. PFG not only delivers high-quality food products but also plays a pivotal role in supporting the foodservice industry's growth by offering personalized services that empower customers to achieve their goals.

Employment with Performance Foodservice offers competitive compensation starting at $88,000 annually after completion of the training period, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes day one health and wellness benefits, employee stock purchase plans, 401K employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off. The company prides itself on creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment that values employee contributions through frequent recognition and reward programs. Employees enjoy meaningful growth opportunities performing essential work that supports America’s food distribution system.

The CDL-A Driver position is a critical role within the company’s logistics and delivery operations. This position involves driving tractor trailers or straight trucks for intrastate and interstate deliveries, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. Drivers ensure safe and timely delivery of food and related products, maintaining adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety policies. Drivers act as the face of the company, establishing and maintaining lasting relationships with customers by providing excellent service and professional communication.

Operating primarily Tuesday through Saturday with dispatch hours between 1-5 am, this role requires readiness for layover routes and flexibility. Responsibilities include performing pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, securing freight, completing necessary paperwork accurately, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Drivers are tasked with unloading products, transporting items into customer storage areas, conducting damage control checks, and collecting payments when required.

The position demands physical ability to handle product cases and freight, using equipment such as two-wheelers and lift gates, with typical weights ranging from 10 to 90 pounds depending on location. Furthermore, this role requires a clean driving record, valid CDL-A license, the ability to pass various tests including drug screening and road tests, and meeting DOT health requirements.

Performance Foodservice stands out as an employer committed to equal opportunity, upholding a workplace free of discrimination and ensuring fairness for all employees regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, or other legally protected statuses. The company’s policies emphasize inclusivity and support diversity within its workforce. Join Performance Foodservice as a CDL-A Driver and contribute to a vital part of the food supply chain while enjoying a rewarding career with a supportive company dedicated to your growth and success.