CDL Class A Driver - Touch Freight

Performance Foodservice is a leading broadline distributor that specializes in delivering high-quality food products to a diverse range of customers, including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. Renowned for its commitment to customer service and operational excellence, Performance Foodservice employs a knowledgeable team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other experts who work closely with customers to enhance their menu development, product selection, and overall operational strategies. The company’s dedication to supporting local businesses through innovative food solutions and reliable service has established it as a trusted partner in the food distribution industry.

The company culture at Performance Foodservice emphasizes inclusivity, respect, and a commitment to safety and employee well-being. With a strong focus on rewards and recognition, the organization fosters an environment where employees feel valued and motivated. The company also offers substantial growth opportunities and career development prospects for those who are committed to making a difference in the essential work of supporting America's food distribution system.

This position is for a Food and Food Service Delivery Driver, a role critical to maintaining the integrity and timeliness of the food supply chain. Drivers are responsible for operating tractor trailers or straight trucks on various routes, including intrastate, interstate, local, over-the-road, shuttle, and overnight routes. This role involves delivering food and food-related products safely and efficiently while adhering to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Drivers act as the face of the company, building and maintaining lasting relationships with customers through professional interaction and excellent service.

The shift schedule is Monday through Friday with start times varying between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM based on operational needs. Drivers can expect to work an average shift of 11 to 14 hours, earning a starting pay of $36.42 per hour with additional daily overtime pay. The position offers competitive pay and benefits including day one health and wellness benefits, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

Full responsibility includes completing all required safety checks before and after trips, inspecting vehicles according to DOT regulations and company safety standards, reporting any safety or repair issues immediately, and following all safe driving guidelines and policies. Drivers are tasked with ensuring freight is properly loaded, secured, and delivered according to schedule. The successful candidate must be capable of handling freight physically, including the use of equipment such as two-wheelers and lift gates, and able to lift and move product cases weighing between 10-35 pounds and up to 60-90 pounds in some cases.

In addition to delivery duties, the driver will be expected to interact courteously and professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers. The role includes completing accurate and legible paperwork, verifying deliveries with customer signatures, handling cash or check payments when necessary, and securing trailers and equipment at the end of each shift. Drivers also perform various housekeeping duties in the tractor and loading dock area to maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Performance Foodservice takes pride in its equal employment opportunity statement, providing a welcoming work environment free from discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. This commitment to fairness, safety, and employee development underscores the company’s reputation as a great place to work and grow a career.