CDL Class A Delivery Truck Driver

Louisville, KY, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Hourly

Compensation

Salary

Exact $90,000.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Benefits

day 1 health and wellness benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

growth opportunities

safe and inclusive working environment

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, a part of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a leading broadline distributor serving a wide array of local customers such as independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company prides itself on maintaining close, collaborative relationships with its customers, supported by a dedicated team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and industry experts. These professionals not only supply top-quality food products but also provide valuable advisory services in areas like operational improvements, menu development, product selection, and business strategies. This customer-focused approach enables Performance Foodservice to deliver delicious food products while helping independent restaurant owners and operators achieve their business goals. Performance Foodservice is renowned for its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, offering equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. This inclusive culture reflects the company’s values and dedication to fostering a positive, respectful, and safe working environment.

We are currently seeking qualified CDL-A Drivers to join our growing team. This full-time position offers an average annual salary of $90,000, with a Monday through Friday early morning start schedule. Additionally, eligible drivers can receive a $10,000 sign-on bonus under terms and conditions. The CDL-A Driver plays a pivotal role in the food supply chain by ensuring that food and foodservice products are delivered safely, on time, and in excellent condition. Drivers act as the face of Performance Foodservice, building lasting customer relationships through professional and courteous interactions.

The CDL-A Driver is responsible for operating tractor trailers or straight trucks on a variety of routes including local, intrastate, interstate, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight drive-and-drop routes. Compliance with all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations is essential for this role, as is the ability to safely deliver, unload, and secure freight. Drivers perform mandatory safety checks before and after trips, manage freight documentation accurately, handle loading and unloading of products, and ensure that all deliveries meet the company’s high standards for safety and customer satisfaction. This role requires an individual with a customer-first mindset, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to safety and professionalism. Performance Foodservice supports its drivers with competitive pay, day-one health and wellness benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and numerous growth opportunities. Joining the Performance Foodservice team means becoming part of an organization that values its employees and continuously invests in their health, growth, and success.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
6+ months commercial driving experience
possession of valid CDL-A license
age 21 or older
compliance with state licensing and certification requirements
clean driving record for last 3 years
successful completion of drug screening and background check
passing a road driving test
current or attainable DOT health card
physical ability to hand-lift and use equipment to handle freight weighing between 10 and 90 pounds

Job Qualifications

High school diploma/GED or equivalent
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 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