CDL Class A Delivery Truck Driver

Performance Foodservice, a division of Performance Food Group (PFG), operates as a broadline distributor specializing in the delivery of food and related products to a diverse customer base including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company is known for building strong, lasting relationships with its customers through a dedicated team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and operational experts. This team not only delivers high-quality food products but also provides valuable insights and advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and overall business strategies. Performance Foodservice emphasizes a culture of respect, inclusion, and recognition, aiming to create a safe and motivating environment where every employee's contribution is valued. The company offers competitive compensation packages, including pay ranging approximately between $65,000 and $85,000 annually, boots and protective gear, and a comprehensive benefits package from day one, featuring health and wellness benefits, employee stock purchase options, 401K matching, education assistance, and paid time off. This commitment highlights their focus on employee well-being and career growth.

The CDL-A Driver plays a pivotal role within Performance Foodservice, serving as a critical link in the nation’s food supply chain. This position involves driving tractor trailers or straight trucks across local, intrastate, and interstate routes, including over-the-road, shuttle, and overnight drive-and-drop assignments. The primary responsibility of the CDL-A Driver is to ensure timely, safe, and accurate delivery of food and food service products to various customers. This role is not merely about transportation; drivers act as the face of the company, fostering positive customer relations through professional interactions. Key aspects of the role include performing thorough safety and vehicle inspections according to Department of Transportation regulations, maintaining communication with customers, vendors, and co-workers, properly handling and securing freight, and accurately completing required delivery paperwork. Drivers must also be physically capable of lifting and moving product cases typically ranging from 10 to 35 pounds, with occasional weights up to 90 pounds, utilizing equipment like two-wheelers and lift gates.

This employment opportunity offers local routes with early morning dispatch from Monday through Friday, ensuring drivers return home daily. The role requires a valid CDL-A license, a clean driving record for the past three years, successful completion of drug testing, background checks, road tests, and possession or ability to obtain a DOT health card. Performance Foodservice values safety, reliability, and professionalism, which is reflected in their continuous training and adherence to DOT and company standards. By joining this team, drivers become part of a company that not only delivers products but also supports the success and sustainability of food service providers nationwide. The position offers a stable and rewarding career path with growth potential within a respected industry leader committed to diversity and equal employment opportunity.