Class A Delivery Driver $5000 Sign On Bonus

Indianapolis, IN, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $90,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k

Education Assistance

Employee stock purchase plan

sign on bonus

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, a division of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a leading broadline foodservice distributor that plays a pivotal role in supporting local businesses such as independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company prides itself on cultivating strong, lasting relationships with its customers through a dedicated team consisting of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and industry experts. This team works collaboratively to provide valuable guidance on optimizing operations, developing menus, selecting products, and implementing effective operational strategies. Performance Foodservice is deeply committed not only to delivering high-quality, delicious food products but also to empowering independent restaurant owners and foodservice providers to achieve their business dreams and goals.

Located in Plainfield, IN, Performance Foodservice is currently seeking a dedicated CDL-A Driver to join their team. This position operates on a Monday to Friday schedule, with start times depending on assigned routes ranging from as early as 12 a.m. to as late as 6 a.m., ensuring drivers are home daily. The role offers competitive compensation, including a sign-on bonus of $5,000 and an annual pay potential up to $90,000. The company also provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes Day 1 Health and Wellness Benefits, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and more.

The CDL-A Driver plays a critical role in the nation’s food supply chain by ensuring timely and safe delivery of food and related products to customers. This professional acts as the company’s face to customers, building strong relationships through dependable service and professionalism. The driver is responsible for operating tractor trailers or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight routes. Their duties include inspecting vehicles and trailers for safety compliance, performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections per Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, and ensuring all freight is securely loaded and delivered in excellent condition.

Drivers also handle customer interactions with professionalism, answer questions promptly, and work closely within the company as a team member to meet operational goals. They maintain accurate records including hours of service and freight paperwork, adhere strictly to DOT and company safety protocols, and manage freight loading and unloading activities responsibly. This role demands physical capabilities such as lifting and handling freight weighing between 10 to 90 pounds and using equipment like two-wheelers and lift gates. The CDL-A Driver position offers an inclusive, safe work environment that emphasizes reward, recognition, and respect, fostering growth opportunities within the company. This is an essential position for those looking to contribute meaningfully to supporting America’s food distribution system while enjoying a stable, rewarding career.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
valid CDL-A license
minimum of 12 months commercial driving experience
must be 21 years or older
clean motor vehicle report for the past 3 years
able to pass drug screening and criminal background check
capable of passing road test
obtain or currently hold valid DOT Health Card
physically able to hand-lift freight weighing up to 90 pounds using necessary equipment
meet all applicable state licensing and certification requirements.

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 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 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.