CDL Class A Delivery Driver (6+ months experience)

Gainesville, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $64,800.00

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K Employer Matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Education Assistance

Sign-On Bonus

Job Description

PFG Customized Distribution is a leading food distribution company serving some of America’s most recognized national chain restaurants, including Cracker Barrel, TGI Friday's, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, and Ruby Tuesday. The company specializes in providing customized distribution services tailored to meet the unique needs of its customers. By offering centralized contact for product lines, menu changes, and account coordination, PFG Customized Distribution ensures seamless and efficient service across the United States and in over 40 countries worldwide. As part of Performance Food Group and its subsidiaries, the company prides itself on maintaining high standards of service and reliability while fostering an inclusive and respectful working environment that values diversity and equal employment opportunities for all employees.

The CDL-A Driver role at PFG Customized Distribution is an essential position within the food supply chain. The drivers play a critical role in ensuring that food and food service products are delivered safely, accurately, and on schedule to customers. This position offers a minimum weekly guaranteed pay of $1,350, with an average annual salary ranging from $70,000 to $80,000. The employment schedule typically runs from Sunday to Saturday, requiring a minimum of four working days which vary. Dispatch times usually occur between 7 pm and 3 am, and this job involves team driving responsibilities. A sign-on bonus of $7,500 is offered under qualifying terms.

As the face of the company, CDL-A Drivers represent PFG Customized Distribution directly to customers and vendors. Drivers are responsible for operating tractor trailer or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight routes. The position involves loading, unloading, and securing freight in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety policies. Drivers perform pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety, report any repair needs, and adhere strictly to all DOT and company safety guidelines. Duties include verifying delivery accuracy, obtaining customer signatures, collecting payments where applicable, and maintaining detailed records of hours of service and freight paperwork. Additional responsibilities include general housekeeping of vehicles and maintaining secure transport of goods.

This role offers competitive pay and benefits from day one, including health and wellness benefits, employee stock purchase plans, 401K employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off. Employees at PFG Customized Distribution benefit from a safe, inclusive work environment that promotes professional growth and rewards excellence. The company provides ongoing training and advancement opportunities in a dynamic industry, playing a vital part in supporting America's food distribution infrastructure. Overall, the CDL-A Driver position is an excellent opportunity for individuals seeking a stable, rewarding career in the transportation and logistics sector, with strong support from a reputable and well-established organization.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid CDL-A license
Minimum 6 months of commercial driving experience
Must be at least 21 years old
Meet all relevant state licensing and certification standards
Clean motor vehicle record for the last 3 years
Successful completion of post offer drug screening and criminal background checks
Pass the company’s road test
Possess or able to obtain a current DOT health card
Physical ability to hand-lift and use equipment such as two-wheelers and lift gates for handling freight
Ability to work night shifts and flexible schedule

Job Qualifications

High school diploma/GED
6+ 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
Product generally ranges from between 10-35 pounds and up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location

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 (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) 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