CDL Class A Driver - Touch Freight Routes

Santa Rosa, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Split Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

wellness benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Safe working environment

Job Description

Performance Foodservice (PFG) is a leading broadline foodservice distributor with a well-established presence in the United States, dedicated to supplying a diverse clientele that includes independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. With a firm commitment to supporting regional businesses and foodservice providers, Performance Foodservice combines industry expertise with a comprehensive product range to meet the specific needs of each customer. The company sets itself apart through a strong focus on building meaningful relationships, offering tailored operational advice, menu development support, product selection expertise, and strategic guidance to empower independent restauranteurs to grow their businesses and realize their dreams. Known for its professionalism and customer-centric approach, Performance Foodservice fosters an inclusive and safe working environment, emphasizing respect, recognition, and reward for its employees. The company values diversity and equal employment opportunity, ensuring a workplace culture that embraces all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, or any other protected characteristic. Further reflecting its commitment to excellence, PFG offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee health, wellness, and financial security from day one.

The role of Driver, Formula CDL-A at Performance Foodservice is pivotal in maintaining the company’s reputation as a reliable and trusted distributor in the food supply chain. This position demands a dedicated and safety-conscious professional responsible for operating tractor trailers or straight trucks to deliver food and food-related products to customers across intrastate and interstate routes. Based in Petaluma, CA, this role operates on a schedule of four to five days per week, generally involving 10 to 12-hour shifts with no Sunday work and split days off, providing a balanced work-life rhythm.

As the face of Performance Foodservice, the CDL-A Driver is essential in ensuring that customers receive their products on time and in good condition, contributing directly to the customer experience and satisfaction. Responsibilities include performing meticulous safety inspections of vehicles before and after trips, securing freight properly, adhering strictly to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, and maintaining detailed and accurate records of all deliveries and hours of service. The Driver is also expected to load and unload products, handle cash or check payments when required, and foster positive interactions with customers, vendors, and co-workers. The role provides an excellent opportunity for drivers with over a year of commercial driving experience and a valid CDL-A license to join a company that values safety, growth, and employee well-being.

Performance Foodservice offers a competitive daily pay structure starting at $350, supplemented by a comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness benefits from the first day, employee stock purchase plans, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and various other incentives. The company promotes growth opportunities within a critical service division that supports the nation’s food distribution infrastructure. Employees are supported in a safe, respectful culture that values teamwork and rewards excellent performance. This is an attractive opportunity for professional drivers seeking a stable, rewarding career with an industry leader dedicated to delivering not only food but also exceptional service and community support.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Minimum 12 months commercial driving experience
Valid CDL-A license
Must be at least 21 years old
Meet all applicable state licensing and certification requirements
Clean motor vehicle record for past 3 years
Successfully pass post offer drug test
Successfully pass criminal background check
Successfully pass road test
Possess or obtain valid DOT Health Card
Ability to hand-lift and operate lifting equipment for product handling
Willingness to work 4-5 days per week with shift times often between 12AM and 5AM dispatch

Job Qualifications

High school diploma/GED or equivalent
12+ months commercial driving
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