Class A CDL Delivery Driver (Regional Route)

Sachse, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $90,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Performance Food Group Customized Distribution, a subsidiary of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a leading foodservice distributor specializing in customized distribution solutions for some of America’s most recognized national chain restaurants, such as Cracker Barrel, TGI Friday’s, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, and Ruby Tuesday. PFG Customized Distribution operates across the United States and serves customers in more than 40 countries. The company is committed to providing exceptional service by offering customized attention, centralized contact for product lines, menu changes, and account coordination. As a key player in the food distribution industry, PFG Customized Distribution values a safe and inclusive working environment, promoting a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect. Employees benefit from a company that offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits beginning on day one, including health and wellness programs, employee stock purchase plans, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and numerous growth opportunities. The organization is also committed to equal employment opportunities, strictly adhering to EEO laws and promoting diversity in the workplace.

The CDL-A Driver position at PFG Customized Distribution is vital to ensuring the integrity and efficiency of America’s food supply chain. This role involves operating tractor trailers or straight trucks on a variety of routes, including intrastate, interstate, local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight routes. The driver is responsible for delivering and unloading food and food-related products safely, timely, and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Beyond the operational duties, the CDL-A Driver serves as the face of the company, building lasting relationships with customers through professional interaction and dependable service.

This position offers flexible schedules with a requirement for overnight availability and weekly home time. Employees receive bi-weekly pay with a salary potential of up to $90,000 yearly. The role requires dedication to safety, accuracy, and customer satisfaction. Duties include conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles, adhering to all DOT and company safety regulations, handling freight counts, verifying delivery paperwork, securing cargo, and performing general housekeeping duties around the tractor and loading dock areas. CDL-A Drivers are expected to maintain a clean Motor Vehicle Report for the past three years, pass a road test, drug test, and criminal background check, and hold a valid DOT Health Card or be able to obtain one. Physical capabilities include lifting and loading freight ranging between 10-90 pounds and utilizing equipment such as two-wheelers and lift gates to efficiently handle products.

Joining PFG Customized Distribution means becoming part of a trusted company that supports essential operations of the nation’s food distribution system. The company emphasizes employee growth, safety, and recognition, providing an enriching and rewarding work environment. This role is ideal for motivated, responsible, and professional drivers committed to delivering excellence and supporting customers’ needs consistently.

Job Requirements

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
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 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
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 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