CDL Class A Delivery Driver

Indianapolis, IN, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $90,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k

Employee stock purchase plan

Education Assistance

Sign-On Bonus

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, a division of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a leading broadline foodservice distributor in the United States. The company proudly caters to a diverse range of customers, including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. With a dedicated team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other experts, Performance Foodservice not only delivers quality food products but also offers valuable advice on operational improvements, menu development, product selection, and strategic planning. This positions Performance Foodservice not merely as a supplier but as a partner invested in the growth and success of its customers. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment that values safety, recognition, and respect among employees. It offers competitive compensation and benefits such as a $90,000 average annual salary, a $10,000 sign-on bonus, Day 1 Health and Wellness benefits, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off. Work hours are Monday through Friday with early morning starts, providing a structured schedule that supports work-life balance.

The role of a CDL-A Driver at Performance Foodservice is crucial to the nation’s food distribution network. This position involves operating tractor trailers or straight trucks on various routes including intrastate, interstate, local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight operations. The primary responsibility is to safely and efficiently deliver food and related products, ensuring that customer orders arrive on time and in excellent condition. Delivery drivers represent the face of the company, building and maintaining strong customer relationships through professional communication and dependable service. The CDL-A Driver is expected to comply with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, conduct thorough safety inspections before and after trips, and promptly report any safety concerns or needed repairs.

Daily responsibilities encompass a broad range of tasks such as performing count checks of loaded items, completing accurate paperwork associated with freight, moving tractors and trailers, unloading deliveries into customer storage areas, and managing customer interactions including verifying deliveries and collecting payments when required. Drivers also handle damaged goods and returns, ensuring that all freight is secured and safely transported. Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the tractor, loading dock areas, and trailers is part of the job to ensure operational efficiency and safety. Drivers must complete daily logs of hours of service adhering to legal requirements and company policies.

This position requires not only physical ability to handle freight that weighs between 10 to 35 pounds regularly and up to 90 pounds occasionally but also the ability to operate equipment such as hand-lifters, two-wheelers, and lift gates. Candidates must have a valid CDL-A license and be at least 21 years old. Performance Foodservice values safety, professionalism, and integrity, offering a stable career opportunity with growth potential in a vital industry sector that supports America’s food supply chain.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
minimum 12 months of commercial driving experience
valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL-A)
minimum age of 21 years
compliance with all state licensing and certification requirements
clean motor vehicle record for the past three years
successful completion of post-offer drug screening and criminal background check
successful completion of road test
possession or ability to obtain a current Department of Transportation (DOT) Health Card
ability to hand-lift and use equipment such as two-wheeler and lift gate to move product cases and freight

Job Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED
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 past 3 years
pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
pass road test
attains or has 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