CDL Class A Delivery Driver

Performance Foodservice is a prominent broadline distributor within Performance Food Group (PFG) that partners with a diverse range of local customers. Their clientele includes independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company prides itself on a highly skilled team consisting of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other industry experts who work closely with customers to provide tailored advice around improving operations, menu development, product selection, and overall operational strategies. Performance Foodservice is committed not only to delivering high-quality food but also to supporting independent restaurant owners in realizing their dreams and ambitions through exceptional service and relationship building.

As a Performance Foodservice CDL-A Driver, you play an essential role in the national food supply chain by delivering food and food service products safely and on time to various customers. This position offers competitive pay ranging from $65,000 to $75,000 annually, with potential earnings reaching $90,000. The shifts typically start between 3 AM and 5:30 AM, reflecting the importance of early and timely deliveries. Being a CDL-A Driver at Performance Foodservice means working in a safe, inclusive environment supported by a culture that values rewards, recognition, and respect. The company further enhances employee welfare with day-one health and wellness benefits, a robust employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance programs, and paid time off, making it a great opportunity for career growth within America's food distribution sector.

The CDL-A Driver’s responsibilities encompass a wide range of essential tasks. They operate tractor trailers or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes including local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight runs, ensuring all food and related products arrive at their destinations safely and in good condition. This role is not only about transportation; it also involves regularly communicating with customers, vendors, and co-workers to provide excellent service and accurate information. Drivers perform safety checks in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company standards, including pre- and post-trip inspections of vehicles and trailers. They must handle all paperwork meticulously, verify delivered items with customers, collect payments when required, and maintain cleanliness and organization of equipment and work areas.

In this role, you will be the face of the company and an integral part of the team supporting the essential function of America’s food distribution system. The CDL-A Driver position is designed for individuals who are safety-conscious, customer-service oriented, and physically capable of handling freight loads ranging generally from 10 to 35 pounds and occasionally heavier items between 60 and 90 pounds depending on the delivery location. The company values experience and professionalism and provides ample opportunities for growth and advancement, ensuring you contribute meaningfully to the company’s continued success and to the satisfaction of customers relying on timely deliveries.