Class A Shuttle Driver

PFG Customized Distribution is a leading food service distribution company dedicated to meeting the unique needs of some of America’s most recognized national chain restaurants, including Cracker Barrel, TGI Friday’s, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, and Ruby Tuesday. With an extensive network that serves customers across the United States and in more than 40 countries, PFG Customized Distribution excels at providing customized attention and centralized coordination for product lines, menu changes, and account management. The company prides itself on delivering high-quality service along with competitive compensation packages and robust benefits, including day one health and wellness coverage, employee stock purchase plans, 401K employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off. PFG Customized Distribution fosters a safe and inclusive working environment characterized by a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect, offering growth opportunities that support America’s vital food distribution system.

The role of Driver, Dedicated Backhaul, is integral to PFG Customized Distribution’s operations. This position focuses on safely and efficiently driving a tractor-trailer (day cab or sleeper), tandem trailer, and/or straight trucks on both intrastate and interstate routes. Drivers are tasked with picking up logistics loads and other food and non-food product deliveries, ensuring the timely arrival and proper condition of products. The drivers serve as the face of the company, building lasting relationships with customers through professionalism and reliability. This position involves working a schedule that includes evening dispatching around 8 pm on Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with a competitive base weekly pay of $670. Additionally, employees receive free uniforms and a safety boot allowance, with benefits effective the first day of employment.

Responsibilities include driving to assigned supplier or PFG warehouse locations according to predetermined routes and delivery schedules, which may include local and over-the-road assignments with variable layover durations based on business needs. Drivers ensure the timely pickup and accurate delivery of assigned loads, checking and completing all necessary load inspections and paperwork such as product counts, invoices, and quality checks. Effective communication with supervisors, customers, vendors, and coworkers is essential to address route, schedule changes, and load-related issues promptly. Drivers are required to perform other duties as assigned to best serve the company and maintain safety and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate for this role holds a valid CDL-A license and meets all state licensing and certification requirements. Candidates must have at least six months of commercial driving experience, be at least 21 years of age, and possess a clean Motor Vehicle Report for the past three years. Compliance with Department of Transportation regulations, including possession or the ability to obtain a valid DOT Health Card, is mandatory. Physical demands involve the ability to hand-lift and use equipment such as a two-wheeler and lift gate to move and stack product cases and freight weighing generally between 10-35 pounds, with some cases up to 60-90 pounds depending on location. The company conducts post-offer drug tests, criminal background checks, and road tests to ensure driver suitability and safety.

PFG Customized Distribution is committed to equal employment opportunity, embracing diversity and inclusiveness without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. The company maintains strong policies to uphold this commitment, including adherence to EEO laws, transparency in pay practices, and fostering a respectful workplace culture. Working at PFG Customized Distribution offers the chance to be part of a reputable organization dedicated to excellence in foodservice distribution, continuous growth, and employee well-being.