Class A CDL Delivery Driver (Regional Route)

McKinney, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Up to $90,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Night Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

wellness benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

flexible schedule

Job Description

Performance Food Group (PFG) Customized Distribution is a leading food service distributor dedicated to meeting the specialized needs of some of America's most recognized national chain restaurants. These include prominent names such as Cracker Barrel, TGI Friday's, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, and Ruby Tuesday. PFG Customized Distribution prides itself on providing tailored attention to its customers by offering a centralized point of contact for product lines, menu changes, and account coordination. This unique approach ensures seamless and efficient service for customers not only across the United States but also in more than 40 countries globally. The company focuses on delivering high-quality food distribution solutions that cater to the dynamic requirements of the foodservice industry, supporting the growth and success of its esteemed clients.

The position available is for a CDL-A Delivery Driver, a crucial role within PFG Customized Distribution's operation. This role involves operating tractor trailers or straight trucks to deliver food and food-related products safely and punctually to customers. The driver will primarily handle intrastate and interstate routes, including local deliveries, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle services, and drive and drop routes. This position requires flexible scheduling, including overnight shifts, with the benefit of being home weekly. Offering competitive pay up to $90,000 yearly with bi-weekly payment cycles, this role also provides numerous benefits such as Day 1 Health & Wellness benefits, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

The CDL-A Delivery Driver is not only responsible for transporting goods; they serve as the face of PFG Customized Distribution by delivering excellent customer service and building lasting relationships with clients. From performing required safety inspections, adhering to Department of Transportation regulations, and ensuring proper loading and unloading of freight to maintaining accurate delivery documentation and handling customer transactions, the driver’s duties are comprehensive. PFG Customized emphasizes a safe and inclusive working environment that fosters a culture of rewards, respect, and recognition, making it an appealing employer in the food distribution sector.

Working with PFG Customized Distribution means contributing to America's food supply chain by supporting the distribution system that sustains the restaurant industry. The company promotes growth opportunities within this essential sector, encouraging professional development and long-term career progression. Joining the team as a CDL-A Delivery Driver offers a chance to be part of a well-respected, growing company that values its employees and the pivotal role they play in delivering quality and service to customers nationwide.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Minimum 12 months commercial driving experience
Valid CDL-A license
Age 21 or older
Meet state licensing and certification requirements
Clean driving record for the past three years
Pass drug test and background check
Pass road test
Possess or obtain DOT health card
Ability to hand-lift and use equipment to move product cases weighing between 10 and 90 pounds
Available for overnight shifts
Must be home weekly

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
12+ months commercial driving experience
Valid CDL-A license
Must be 21+ years of age
Meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements where applicable
Clean motor vehicle report for past 3 years
Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
Pass road test
Attain or have valid current DOT health card or able to secure one
Able to hand-lift and utilize two-wheeler, lift gate, and other equipment to move and stack product cases/freight of varying sizes and weights

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 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 all required paperwork associated with freight accurately and legibly
Moves tractor to loading dock and attaches preloaded trailer as needed
Drives to and delivers customer orders according to predetermined route delivery schedule
Unloads products from trailer and transports items into designated customer storage areas
Performs damage control checks on items, scans, and contacts supervisor about removing orders
Verifies delivery of items with customer and obtains proper signatures
Collects money where required
Loads customer returns onto trailer and secures trailer doors
Ensures tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or always secured
Unloads damaged goods and customer returns and completes necessary paperwork
Completes daily record of hours of service and logs in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements
Performs general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keeps trailers clear and clean
Secures all equipment and completes all necessary paperwork at end of shift
Performs other related duties as assigned