Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Split Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
401K Employer Matching
Education Assistance
Paid Time Off
day 1 health and wellness benefits
safe and inclusive working environment
Job Description
Performance Foodservice is a leading broadline food distributor dedicated to supporting America's diverse foodservice operations. With an extensive network of local customers including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries, Performance Foodservice stands out by nurturing close, expert-driven relationships. Their team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and operational experts collaborates closely with customers to optimize their business performance through tailored advice on menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. As a subsidiary of the industry-renowned Performance Food Group (PFG), the company is committed to delivering not only quality food products but also exceptional service that empowers independent businesses to thrive and achieve their goals. This exceptional commitment places Performance Foodservice at the forefront of the food distribution industry.
The Driver, Formula CDL-A position at Performance Foodservice plays a crucial role in ensuring that the country’s food supply chain remains efficient and reliable. This role involves operating tractor trailers or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes, delivering food and food-related products to customers safely and punctually. The position offers competitive compensation starting at a minimum of $350 per day based on a component pay structure, along with an excellent benefits package that includes Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and more. Shifts typically last 10-12 hours with 4-5 working days per week, excluding Sundays. Dispatch times vary between midnight and 5 AM depending on the assigned route.
As a delivery driver, you will not only be responsible for transporting goods but also serve as the representative face of Performance Foodservice, building strong, lasting relationships with customers by providing reliable and courteous service. You will execute pre- and post-trip inspections in line with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, ensuring vehicle and cargo safety. Rigorous adherence to safety guidelines and company policies is essential, along with maintaining thorough and accurate documentation of deliveries and freight. Drivers are expected to perform load checks, damage control, and inventory verification, while also managing cash or check collections when required.
This role requires physical strength and dexterity because it involves hand-lifting and utilizing equipment such as two-wheelers and lift gates to move product cases typically weighing between 10 to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 60 to 90 pounds. The driver must maintain an organized and clean workspace by performing general housekeeping duties around the tractor and loading dock areas. Ultimately, the Driver’s efforts are vital in maintaining the integrity of the food distribution process and the high standards associated with Performance Foodservice’s reputation for exceptional customer service and safety compliance. This role is ideal for dedicated and safety-conscious professionals eager to contribute to the essential operations of America’s foodservice industry.
The Driver, Formula CDL-A position at Performance Foodservice plays a crucial role in ensuring that the country’s food supply chain remains efficient and reliable. This role involves operating tractor trailers or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes, delivering food and food-related products to customers safely and punctually. The position offers competitive compensation starting at a minimum of $350 per day based on a component pay structure, along with an excellent benefits package that includes Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and more. Shifts typically last 10-12 hours with 4-5 working days per week, excluding Sundays. Dispatch times vary between midnight and 5 AM depending on the assigned route.
As a delivery driver, you will not only be responsible for transporting goods but also serve as the representative face of Performance Foodservice, building strong, lasting relationships with customers by providing reliable and courteous service. You will execute pre- and post-trip inspections in line with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, ensuring vehicle and cargo safety. Rigorous adherence to safety guidelines and company policies is essential, along with maintaining thorough and accurate documentation of deliveries and freight. Drivers are expected to perform load checks, damage control, and inventory verification, while also managing cash or check collections when required.
This role requires physical strength and dexterity because it involves hand-lifting and utilizing equipment such as two-wheelers and lift gates to move product cases typically weighing between 10 to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 60 to 90 pounds. The driver must maintain an organized and clean workspace by performing general housekeeping duties around the tractor and loading dock areas. Ultimately, the Driver’s efforts are vital in maintaining the integrity of the food distribution process and the high standards associated with Performance Foodservice’s reputation for exceptional customer service and safety compliance. This role is ideal for dedicated and safety-conscious professionals eager to contribute to the essential operations of America’s foodservice industry.
Job Requirements
- Minimum 1 year commercial driving experience
- Valid CDL-A license
- Ability to pass drug test and background check
- Must be at least 21 years old
- Clean driving record for the past 3 years
- Valid DOT health card or ability to obtain one
- Physical ability to lift between 10 and 90 pounds
- Availability to work 4-5 days per week including some early morning shifts
- Must comply with all DOT regulations
- Strong communication and customer service skills
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent
- 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
- Attain or have valid current DOT Health Card and/or be 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
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 pre/post trip 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 contacts 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 brings to the driver check-in and completes necessary paperwork
- Unloads all equipment, materials and removes trash from trailers as required
- Completes daily record of hours of service and enters in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements
- Performs general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keeps trailers clear and clean as required
- At the end of the shift secures all equipment and completes all necessary paperwork
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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