Job Overview
Compensation
Salary
Range $65,000.00 - $75,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401k
Employee stock purchase plan
Education Assistance
wellness benefits
Job Description
Cheney Brothers is a prominent foodservice distribution company and a subsidiary of Performance Food Group. Renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation, Cheney Brothers has built a reputation as a leader in the food distribution industry. With a dedicated workforce of over 3,000 associates, the company prides itself on fostering a supportive and dynamic culture that empowers employees to excel in their roles. The organization offers extensive opportunities for career growth, world-class leadership, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to protect and support its team members. Cheney Brothers is steadfast in its mission to back its customers by investing in the growth and well-being of its people, creating an environment where talent can thrive and make a tangible impact.
This role is for a Food and Food Service Delivery Driver, a critical position within Cheney Brothers' operation. Drivers maintain a vital role in the food supply chain by ensuring the timely and safe delivery of food and food-related products across intrastate and interstate routes. The position offers a 5-day workweek with routes starting early in the morning, specifically between 4 am to 5 am, and provides a competitive salary range of $65,000 to $75,000 annually. Following training, drivers are assigned dedicated routes which promote consistency and efficiency.
The driver’s responsibilities extend beyond transportation; they represent the company's face to customers, fostering strong and lasting relationships. These delivery drivers operate various trucks, including tractor trailers and straight trucks, and they must comply strictly with Department of Transportation regulations. The role involves performing pre-trip and post-trip safety checks, inspecting vehicles and cargo to ensure all safety standards are met, and immediately reporting any safety concerns or necessary repairs. In addition, drivers are responsible for validating delivery accuracy through inventory checks, proper documentation, and obtaining customer signatures. Handling cash or checks during deliveries, managing returns, and ensuring secure transport and loading practices are key parts of the job.
Driver safety and regulatory compliance are paramount, requiring familiarity with DOT health card requirements, clean driving records, and passing road and drug tests. Physical demands include the ability to lift and move product cases of varying weights—ranging generally from 10 to 90 pounds—and proficient use of equipment such as hand trucks and lift gates. The job also includes general housekeeping duties related to maintaining cleanliness and order in the truck and loading areas.
Cheney Brothers emphasizes a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture that rewards dedication and teamwork. Employees benefit from health and wellness programs effective from day one, employee stock purchase plans, 401K with employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off. This combination of competitive remuneration, benefits, and growth opportunities makes this role ideal for motivated individuals seeking a stable and impactful career in foodservice logistics and delivery.
This role is for a Food and Food Service Delivery Driver, a critical position within Cheney Brothers' operation. Drivers maintain a vital role in the food supply chain by ensuring the timely and safe delivery of food and food-related products across intrastate and interstate routes. The position offers a 5-day workweek with routes starting early in the morning, specifically between 4 am to 5 am, and provides a competitive salary range of $65,000 to $75,000 annually. Following training, drivers are assigned dedicated routes which promote consistency and efficiency.
The driver’s responsibilities extend beyond transportation; they represent the company's face to customers, fostering strong and lasting relationships. These delivery drivers operate various trucks, including tractor trailers and straight trucks, and they must comply strictly with Department of Transportation regulations. The role involves performing pre-trip and post-trip safety checks, inspecting vehicles and cargo to ensure all safety standards are met, and immediately reporting any safety concerns or necessary repairs. In addition, drivers are responsible for validating delivery accuracy through inventory checks, proper documentation, and obtaining customer signatures. Handling cash or checks during deliveries, managing returns, and ensuring secure transport and loading practices are key parts of the job.
Driver safety and regulatory compliance are paramount, requiring familiarity with DOT health card requirements, clean driving records, and passing road and drug tests. Physical demands include the ability to lift and move product cases of varying weights—ranging generally from 10 to 90 pounds—and proficient use of equipment such as hand trucks and lift gates. The job also includes general housekeeping duties related to maintaining cleanliness and order in the truck and loading areas.
Cheney Brothers emphasizes a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture that rewards dedication and teamwork. Employees benefit from health and wellness programs effective from day one, employee stock purchase plans, 401K with employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off. This combination of competitive remuneration, benefits, and growth opportunities makes this role ideal for motivated individuals seeking a stable and impactful career in foodservice logistics and delivery.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- valid CDL-A license
- minimum 12 months commercial driving experience
- age 21 or older
- clean driving record for past 3 years
- successful completion of drug screening and background check
- pass DOT physical and obtain DOT health card
- ability to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting up to 90 pounds
- compliance with DOT and company safety policies
- willingness to work early morning dispatch hours
- reliable and responsible with strong communication skills
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent
- 12+ months of 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 including pre/post trip inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to 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
No experience required
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