CDL Class A Delivery Truck Driver

Boston, MA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $104,600.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

day 1 health and wellness benefits

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, a segment of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a leading broadline foodservice distributor dedicated to supporting a wide range of local customers. These include independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company is recognized for its exceptional team comprising sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other specialists who collaborate closely with customers to provide expert advice. This advice encompasses operational improvements, menu development, product selection, and effective operational strategies. At its core, Performance Foodservice not only delivers quality food products but also empowers independent restaurant owners to achieve their business aspirations and grow sustainably. Known for a culture that values innovation, inclusivity, and community engagement, the company has built a reputation as a trusted partner in the food distribution sector.

This role centers around a CDL-A Delivery Driver position, which is critical to maintaining the country’s food supply chain. The average annual pay for this role is $104,600, with experienced drivers eligible for an additional $10,000 hiring bonus. The role is designed to offer drivers the advantage of being home daily while ensuring the timely delivery of products to all scheduled customers. The CDL-A Driver is responsible for operating tractor trailers or straight trucks on various routes, including intrastate, interstate, local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight assignments. The primary mission is to deliver and unload food and related products with an emphasis on safety, precision, and customer satisfaction, all while adhering strictly to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.

Drivers in this role serve as the public face of Performance Foodservice, tasked with establishing and nurturing durable customer relationships through professional communication and dependable service. Safety is paramount, with responsibilities including conducting pre- and post-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle and freight security, and promptly reporting safety issues. Drivers also manage delivery logistics such as verifying product counts against invoices, completing accurate paperwork, unloading goods, and handling transactions where applicable. The position demands physical stamina, including the ability to hand-lift and operate equipment to move products typically weighing between 10 to 90 pounds. This role requires a commitment to maintaining clean and organized work areas, including tractors and trailers, and completing all necessary compliance documentation at the end of shifts.

Performance Foodservice is committed to offering a safe and inclusive workplace where employees are recognized and rewarded for their contributions. Benefits include day one health and wellness coverage, an employee stock purchase plan, employer matching on 401K contributions, education assistance, paid time off, and numerous growth opportunities within the company. Joining Performance Foodservice means becoming part of a respected industry leader that values integrity, teamwork, and excellence in service delivery.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Minimum 12 months of commercial driving experience
Valid CDL-A license
Must be 21 years of age or older
Meet all state licensing and certification requirements where applicable
Clean motor vehicle report for the past 3 years
Pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check
Pass road test
Possess or able to obtain a valid DOT health card
Ability to hand-lift and use equipment such as two-wheeler and lift gate to move products ranging from 10 to 90 pounds

Job Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
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
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