CDL Class A Driver - Touch Freight Routes

Performance Foodservice (PFG) is a leading broadline food distributor with a strong and unique relationship with a diverse base of local customers including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company distinguishes itself by not only delivering a wide variety of food products but also by providing expert consultative support. Their team consists of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other industry specialists who work closely with customers to improve their operations, develop menus, select products, and implement operational strategies. This holistic approach ensures customers receive not just food delivery but a partnership that helps them enhance their businesses and achieve their goals. PFG emphasizes a culture of safety, inclusivity, and employee recognition, consistently offering competitive pay and an attractive benefits package to support and reward its workforce.

This job opening is for the position of Driver, Formula CDL-A. The role is essential to the food supply chain and involves driving tractor trailers or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes including local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight drive-and-drop routes. Drivers are responsible for delivering and unloading food and food-related products accurately and safely to customers. This position requires adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety policies. The role involves long shifts averaging 10-12 hours with dispatch times primarily between 12 AM and 5 AM, scheduled 4 to 5 days per week with no Sunday work. Compensation starts at $350 per day with a component pay structure. The drivers act as the company’s face to customers, building lasting relationships while ensuring timely delivery and proper handling of goods.

Key responsibilities of the Driver include conducting pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections of the tractor, truck, and trailer, reporting any safety issues or repairs, performing accurate load checks, completing all required documentation, and unloading merchandise at customer locations. Additionally, drivers must secure freight, collect payments where applicable, maintain cleanliness in their work areas, and adhere to hours of service regulations. The job also involves teamwork within the department to support overall company objectives. Candidates must have at least 12 months of commercial driving experience, hold a valid CDL-A license, be at least 21 years old, and meet all state licensing requirements. They must also pass a post offer drug test, criminal background check, and road test. The ability to handle physically demanding tasks such as lifting and moving product cases weighing between 10 and 90 pounds is essential.

Performance Foodservice promotes equal employment opportunity to all candidates and employees regardless of any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. They maintain a welcoming and respectful workplace where employees can thrive and grow alongside the company. Growth opportunities are available for employees performing essential work supporting the food distribution system. The company also offers day-one health and wellness benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and more. This opportunity offers stable employment with a prominent company in the foodservice distribution sector, delivering vital products to a variety of customers while fostering a supportive work environment and rewarding dedication.