Class A CDL Delivery Driver (Regional Route)

Wylie, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $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 schedules

Job Description

PFG Customized Distribution is a prominent division of Performance Food Group, renowned for catering to some of the most iconic national chain restaurants in the United States, including Cracker Barrel, TGI Friday's, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, and Ruby Tuesday. The company specializes in providing tailored distribution services that meet the unique demands of its clients, ensuring streamlined product lines, menu changes, and account coordination. Operating not only across the U.S. but also in over 40 countries, PFG Customized Distribution holds a strong reputation for reliability, efficiency, and customer-centric solutions. The organization's commitment to excellence is further exemplified by its safe and inclusive work environment that values rewards, recognition, and respect for its employees.

This particular position is for a CDL-A Delivery Driver, a vital role in the food supply chain that supports America’s food distribution system. Delivery drivers at PFG Customized Distribution are tasked with not only transporting goods but also representing the company as the face of service excellence while building lasting relationships with customers. This full-time role offers a competitive yearly salary of up to $90,000 with bi-weekly pay and flexible schedules, though candidates must be available to work overnight shifts and return home weekly. The delivery driver is responsible for operating tractor-trailers or straight trucks on both intrastate and interstate routes, including over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop deliveries. Adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations is paramount, ensuring safety and compliance at all times.

The role encompasses various responsibilities, including conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, maintaining safety standards, and promptly reporting any necessary repairs or hazards. Drivers are expected to interact professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, delivering an exceptional customer experience through timely and accurate communication. Safely loading, unloading, and securing freight, verifying deliveries with customers, managing related paperwork, and handling customer returns are key aspects of the job. Additional duties include keeping the tractor, trailer, and loading dock areas clean and orderly, completing hours of service logs in compliance with DOT and company guidelines, and assisting with other departmental tasks as assigned.

PFG Customized Distribution offers comprehensive benefits from day one, including health and wellness programs, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K matching, education assistance, paid time off, and more. The company fosters growth opportunities within essential work to maintain America’s food distribution network. A clean, supportive environment promotes the professional development and overall well-being of its workforce. For drivers who meet the qualifications and are committed to safety and customer satisfaction, this role offers an excellent career opportunity with both stability and advancement potential.

Job Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent
12+ months commercial driving experience
valid CDL-A license
must be 21+ years of age
meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements
clean motor vehicle report for past 3 years
pass post offer drug test
pass criminal background check
pass road test
attain or have valid current DOT health card or able to secure new DOT health card
able to hand-lift and utilize two-wheeler, lift gate or other equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight
available for overnight shifts
able to lift products weighing between 10 and 90 pounds.

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
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 (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.