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Class A Delivery Driver $5000 Sign On Bonus

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Exact $90,000.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
401K Employer Matching
Education Assistance
Paid Time Off
wellness benefits
Safe and inclusive work environment

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, a leading broadline distributor under Performance Food Group (PFG), plays an integral role in America's food supply chain. The company maintains strong relationships with a diverse clientele, including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. This dynamic organization employs a dedicated team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and industry experts committed to supporting local businesses. Their efforts go beyond merely delivering food products; they provide invaluable advice on improving operations, developing menus, selecting products, and crafting operational strategies that help independent restaurant owners succeed in a competitive market. With a culture centered on teamwork, respect, and growth, Performance Foodservice champions a safe and inclusive working environment where employees' contributions are recognized and rewarded.

The role of a CDL-A Driver at Performance Foodservice is crucial in sustaining the company's mission to deliver quality food products efficiently and reliably. Drivers are entrusted with the responsibility of transporting food and related products safely and on schedule, adhering to strict Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Beyond just delivery, CDL-A Drivers act as ambassadors of the company, building lasting relationships with customers by representing the brand professionally and courteously. This position offers competitive pay and benefits starting from the first day, which includes health and wellness benefits, access to an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

The CDL-A Driver's duties encompass driving tractor trailers or straight trucks on various routes such as intrastate, interstate, over-the-road, shuttles, and overnight deliveries. They ensure all safety checks, including pre-trip and post-trip inspections, are meticulously completed to comply with DOT and company standards. Responsibilities also include verifying freight loads, maintaining accurate delivery documentation, securing cargo, unloading deliveries, and handling customer transactions when necessary. The role demands physical capability to handle freight of varying weights, proficiency with equipment like two-wheelers and lift gates, and unwavering adherence to safety protocols. The driver is a pivotal member of a collaborative team, often collaborating closely with other departments to provide seamless service and uphold the company's reputation for reliability and excellence.

Working at Performance Foodservice as a CDL-A Driver means becoming part of an organization that prizes diversity and equal employment opportunities, ensuring fairness and respect in the workplace. The company embraces policies that prohibit discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and other protected categories. Employees can expect continuous growth opportunities, a supportive culture that values their work, and the satisfaction of contributing to a vital industry that nourishes communities across the nation.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum of 12 months commercial driving experience
  • Possess a valid CDL-A license
  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Compliance with all state licensing and/or certification requirements where applicable
  • Clean motor vehicle record for the past 3 years
  • Ability to pass post offer drug screening and criminal background check
  • Successful completion of road test
  • Current DOT Health Card or ability to obtain one
  • Physical ability to hand-lift and use equipment like two-wheelers and lift gates to handle freight weighing up to 90 pounds

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma/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 (MVR) for past 3 years
  • Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
  • Pass road test
  • Attain or have a valid current DOT Health Card or be 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

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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