CDL Class A Truck Driver

Columbia, MD, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Salary

Exact $95,000.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k

Employee stock purchase plan

Education Assistance

Paid holidays

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, a division of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a leading broadline foodservice distributor that proudly supports a diverse range of local customers, including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. With a dedicated team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and various industry experts, Performance Foodservice goes beyond typical distribution services by offering valuable advice on menu development, product selection, operational strategies, and overall business improvement. This commitment to fostering strong, enduring relationships with customers enables independent restaurant owners and foodservice providers to thrive in a competitive industry. Performance Foodservice is known for delivering not only high-quality products but also exceptional support that helps customers achieve their culinary and business goals.

The role of a CDL-A Driver at Performance Foodservice plays a critical part in maintaining the integrity of the country’s food supply chain. This full-time position offers competitive compensation starting at $95,000 annually, along with a $7,500 welcome bonus (terms apply), emphasizing its value and importance within the company. Drivers enjoy home daily routes with a schedule from Sunday through Thursday nights. Additional benefits include day-one health and wellness coverage, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and numerous other perks.

The CDL-A Driver is responsible for safely operating tractor-trailers or straight trucks on a variety of routes including intrastate, interstate, local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, overnight, and drive and drop assignments. Ensuring food and food-related products reach customers safely, on time, and in excellent condition is paramount. This position requires adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company standards, including thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections, accurate record-keeping, and compliance with safety protocols.

In addition to transportation duties, the driver serves as a key point of contact with customers, vendors, and coworkers. Building and maintaining these relationships professionally while addressing questions and concerns is a vital part of the role. Operational responsibilities include loading and unloading freight, completing accurate paperwork, securing loads, conducting damage control checks, and maintaining cleanliness and order in the tractor and loading areas. The CDL-A Driver is also tasked with reporting maintenance or safety issues promptly and performing other related duties to support the company’s mission.

Overall, this position offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth within a stable company culture focused on safety, respect, recognition, and inclusivity. The role is ideal for individuals who are detail-oriented, dependable, customer-focused, and dedicated to upholding the highest standards in food service delivery.

Job Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent
Valid CDL-A license
Must be at least 21 years of age
Minimum 6 months commercial driving experience
Meet all state licensing and certification requirements where applicable
Clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for the past 3 years
Pass post offer drug test
Pass criminal background check
Pass road test
Possess or able to obtain valid DOT health card
Ability to hand-lift and operate equipment to move product cases weighing between 10-90 pounds

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

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 (i.e., pre/post trip) 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