Class A Delivery Truck Driver - Newport News

Norfolk, VA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $85,000.00 - $100,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

sign on bonus

Job Description

Performance Foodservice is a leading broadline distributor specializing in the delivery of food and food-related products to a diverse clientele including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company prides itself on building strong, collaborative relationships with its customers through a dedicated team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and industry experts who provide guidance on operational improvements, menu development, product selection, and strategic planning. This approach not only ensures the delivery of high-quality food products but also supports the growth and success of independent restaurant owners and other businesses by going beyond mere distribution to add genuine value. Performance Foodservice is recognized for fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive working environment characterized by a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

The CDLA Driver position at Performance Foodservice plays a vital role in the food supply chain by ensuring timely, safe, and efficient delivery of products. Drivers operate tractor trailers or straight trucks on various routes including intrastate and interstate local runs, over-the-road (OTR) travels, shuttling, and overnight routes. This role requires adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations as well as company safety guidelines, guaranteeing that deliveries are completed with the utmost professionalism and care for the products and customers alike.

Employees in this role are expected to perform a range of responsibilities, including pre-and post-trip safety inspections of vehicles, securing freight loads properly, managing delivery documentation accurately, and interacting professionally with customers and colleagues. Drivers are also responsible for unloading products at customer locations and ensuring any damaged goods or returns are handled according to company policies. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $85,000 to $100,000 annually, a sign-on bonus up to $7,500 depending on experience, and sets dispatch times from Monday to Saturday between 1 am and 6 am. The company emphasizes employee growth and wellness, offering comprehensive benefits such as day one health coverage, stock purchase plans, 401K matching, and education assistance. This is a full-time, essential role that contributes directly to maintaining and supporting America's food distribution system while providing steady opportunities to advance one's career in a rewarding and crucial sector.

Job Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid CDL-A license
Minimum 12 months of commercial driving experience
Must be 21 years of age or older
Ability to meet all state licensing and certification requirements
Clean motor vehicle report for the last 3 years
Successful completion of post offer drug test and criminal background check
Ability to pass a road test
Valid DOT Health Card or ability to obtain one
Physical ability to lift and handle freight weighing between 10 to 90 pounds
Willingness to work Monday-Saturday dispatch during early morning hours between 1 am and 6 am

Job Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED
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 during 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 (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 contacts 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.