CDL Class A Truck Driver

Richmond, VA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $95,000.00

Work Schedule

Night 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, a branch of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a leading broadline foodservice distributor known for its commitment to delivering quality products and exceptional customer service to a diverse clientele. Serving independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries, PFG stands out by not only supplying food products but also offering expert guidance from a team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and operational experts. These specialists collaborate closely with customers to improve operations, develop menus, select products, and implement effective strategies. The company prides itself on creating strong, supportive relationships with its clients, helping independent restaurant owners achieve their ambitions through reliable service and expert advice. PFG fosters an inclusive and respectful work environment while providing a range of employee benefits and career growth opportunities. The company values diversity and equal employment opportunities, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for all employees regardless of background or identity. This ethos is reinforced through strict adherence to equal employment opportunity policies and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

The CDL-A Driver role at Performance Foodservice is crucial in maintaining the integrity of the food supply chain across the country. Earning a competitive salary of $95,000+ annually and benefiting from incentives like a $7,500 welcome bonus (terms apply), drivers operate primarily on home daily routes from Sunday through Thursday nights. This position involves operating tractor-trailers or straight trucks on various route types, including intrastate, interstate, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes, all aimed at safely delivering food and related products to customers on schedule. Drivers are the company’s frontline representatives, embodying PFG’s commitment to customer service by interacting professionally with clients and ensuring the proper condition and timely arrival of deliveries.

Responsibilities for CDL-A Drivers include adhering to Department of Transportation (DOT) safety regulations by conducting pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, reporting any safety issues promptly, and ensuring all freight is securely loaded and unloaded. Drivers must accurately handle delivery paperwork, communicate effectively with customers and internal teams, and perform general housekeeping duties to maintain equipment and work areas. Additionally, this role requires the physical ability to lift and transport product cases of varying sizes and weights, supporting efficient movement and delivery of goods. Performance Foodservice emphasizes safety and professionalism, creating a supportive environment for drivers with modern tools and resources to excel in their role and build meaningful client relationships. The position also includes comprehensive benefits such as health and wellness coverage starting day one, employee stock purchase plans, 401K employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off, encouraging long-term career growth and job satisfaction. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced CDL-A drivers seeking a stable career in a reputable and caring company dedicated to the foodservice industry.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
6+ months commercial driving experience
Valid CDL-A license
Must be at least 21 years old
Meet state licensing and certification requirements
Clean motor vehicle report for past 3 years
Pass drug test and criminal background check
Pass road test
Possess or obtain valid DOT health card
Ability to lift and handle heavy products using equipment

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 (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.