CDL Class A Delivery Driver

PFG Customized Distribution is a leading food distribution company dedicated to meeting 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. As part of Performance Food Group, PFG Customized provides specialized attention with centralized contact for product lines, menu changes, and account coordination, serving an extensive customer base across the U.S. and in more than 40 countries worldwide. The company takes pride in its safe, inclusive, and respectful working environment, promoting a culture of recognition and rewards for its employees. PFG Customized Distribution is committed to supporting its team by offering competitive pay and benefits, including day-one health and wellness coverage, employee stock purchase plans, 401K employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off, among other perks. They also emphasize growth opportunities by performing essential work in support of America’s food distribution system.

The Driver Trainee position at PFG Customized Distribution is an entry-level role designed for individuals seeking to gain experience and training in driving commercial vehicles such as tractor trailers or straight trucks. This role involves intrastate and interstate deliveries on local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight routes, where trainees learn to deliver and unload various food and food-related products safely and efficiently. The role is critical to ensuring timely food distribution to customers, and it requires adherence to all company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.

As a Driver Trainee, individuals will progress through the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program, which includes hands-on training with experienced driver trainers. Trainees will assist with various delivery tasks, perform pre- and post-trip safety checks, inspect cargo for security and accuracy, and handle customer interactions professionally. The position requires a high safety standard and full compliance with DOT regulations, including maintaining up-to-date paperwork and log books. Trainees are entrusted with the responsibility of managing freight, conducting damage control inspections, collecting customer signatures, and handling payments where applicable.

This role offers a four-night workweek schedule with dispatch hours typically between 8:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m., alongside a weekly minimum guarantee that can total between $80,000 and $90,000 annually. It is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to establish a career in commercial truck driving with a reputable food service logistics company. The company fosters an environment rich with growth potential, rewarding hardworking team members, and promoting long-term career development within the organization.