Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $65,000.00 - $85,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
401K Employer Matching
Education Assistance
Paid Time Off
Boots and protective gear
Job Description
Performance Foodservice is a leading broadline foodservice distributor, part of Performance Food Group (PFG), dedicated to serving a diverse clientele that includes independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company prides itself on fostering close relationships with customers through a team of knowledgeable sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and experts who provide valuable guidance on enhancing operations, menu development, product selection, and overall operational strategies. Performance Foodservice not only delivers high-quality food products but also supports independent restaurant owners in achieving their business goals and dreams. The organization's commitment to excellence and customer success has established it as a trusted partner in the food distribution industry.
The CDL-A Driver position at Performance Foodservice is a vital role within the company’s supply chain, focusing on the timely and safe delivery of food and food-service products. This full-time role requires driving tractor trailers or straight trucks on various routes including local, intrastate, interstate, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight. The driver plays a key role in ensuring customer satisfaction by delivering products punctually and in excellent condition while maintaining compliance with all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. This position offers a competitive annual salary ranging between $65,000 and $85,000, with the added benefit of daily home time from Monday to Friday and early morning dispatch schedules.
In addition to the attractive compensation package, the company provides boots and protective gear for all drivers, demonstrating a commitment to safety and employee well-being. Drivers also benefit from an inclusive and respectful work environment where teamwork and professional conduct are highly valued. The company’s safety culture encourages the reporting of hazards and repairs, adherence to DOT regulations, and the performance of thorough vehicle inspections to ensure operational safety and reliability.
As the face of Performance Foodservice, CDL-A Drivers are essential in building and maintaining strong customer relationships through professional communication with customers, vendors, and co-workers. The role involves comprehensive responsibilities including pre-trip and post-trip safety checks, handling delivery paperwork accurately, operating loading dock equipment, unloading and securing freight, performing damage control assessments, and completing required logs and documentation in compliance with federal, state, and company policies. This role also emphasizes collaboration within the department and flexibility in duties, fostering a team-oriented environment.
Performance Foodservice supports its drivers with numerous benefits such as day one health and wellness coverage, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and more. These benefits reflect the company’s investment in the long-term health, financial security, and professional development of its employees. The CDL-A Driver position offers meaningful growth opportunities within a company that values essential workers and recognizes their contributions to America’s food distribution system. Overall, this role is suited for individuals dedicated to safe driving, excellent customer service, and a strong work ethic in a dynamic and rewarding industry.
The CDL-A Driver position at Performance Foodservice is a vital role within the company’s supply chain, focusing on the timely and safe delivery of food and food-service products. This full-time role requires driving tractor trailers or straight trucks on various routes including local, intrastate, interstate, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight. The driver plays a key role in ensuring customer satisfaction by delivering products punctually and in excellent condition while maintaining compliance with all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. This position offers a competitive annual salary ranging between $65,000 and $85,000, with the added benefit of daily home time from Monday to Friday and early morning dispatch schedules.
In addition to the attractive compensation package, the company provides boots and protective gear for all drivers, demonstrating a commitment to safety and employee well-being. Drivers also benefit from an inclusive and respectful work environment where teamwork and professional conduct are highly valued. The company’s safety culture encourages the reporting of hazards and repairs, adherence to DOT regulations, and the performance of thorough vehicle inspections to ensure operational safety and reliability.
As the face of Performance Foodservice, CDL-A Drivers are essential in building and maintaining strong customer relationships through professional communication with customers, vendors, and co-workers. The role involves comprehensive responsibilities including pre-trip and post-trip safety checks, handling delivery paperwork accurately, operating loading dock equipment, unloading and securing freight, performing damage control assessments, and completing required logs and documentation in compliance with federal, state, and company policies. This role also emphasizes collaboration within the department and flexibility in duties, fostering a team-oriented environment.
Performance Foodservice supports its drivers with numerous benefits such as day one health and wellness coverage, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and more. These benefits reflect the company’s investment in the long-term health, financial security, and professional development of its employees. The CDL-A Driver position offers meaningful growth opportunities within a company that values essential workers and recognizes their contributions to America’s food distribution system. Overall, this role is suited for individuals dedicated to safe driving, excellent customer service, and a strong work ethic in a dynamic and rewarding industry.
Job Requirements
- 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
- product generally ranges from between 10-35 pounds and up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location.
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
- 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 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.
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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