Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $38.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
wellness benefits
Employee stock purchase plan
401K Employer Matching
Education Assistance
Paid Time Off
Sign-On Bonus
Job Description
Performance Foodservice, a division of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a leading broadline foodservice distributor dedicated to supporting a diverse range of local customers including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company is known for its team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other experts who build strong relationships with customers. They provide valuable advice to improve operations, assist with menu development, optimize product selection, and enhance operational strategies. This approach reflects PFG's commitment not just to distributing food, but also to contributing to the success and growth of independent restaurant owners and other foodservice providers.
Performance Foodservice prides itself on delivering quality products while fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive work environment. The company emphasizes competitive pay and benefits, opportunities for career growth, and a culture that rewards employees through recognition and respect. With programs such as Employee Stock Purchase Plans, 401K employer matching, education assistance, and day-one health and wellness benefits, PFG demonstrates its commitment to the wellbeing and professional development of its workforce.
The opportunity available is for a CDL-A Driver, a vital role within the company’s logistics and distribution network. This position involves operating tractor trailers or straight trucks for intrastate and interstate deliveries encompassing local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. The primary objective of the role is to ensure the timely and safe delivery of food and food-related products to customers, guaranteeing the integrity of the products and upholding all Department of Transportation regulations.
The CDL-A Driver serves as the face of Performance Foodservice, representing the company while building lasting relationships with customers by providing excellent service. This role requires a reliable, safety-conscious individual who is skilled at performing vehicle inspections, maintaining delivery schedules, managing paperwork accurately, and communicating effectively. Drivers will be expected to assist with loading and unloading products, verifying deliveries, collecting payments when necessary, and ensuring that all freight is properly secured.
Employment for this position is full-time with a rotating 4-day workweek schedule from Monday to Friday, occasionally extending to a fifth day. The pay averages $38 per hour after training, complemented by a $10,000 sign-on bonus subject to eligibility. This compensation package reflects the company's recognition of the critical role drivers play in supporting America’s food distribution infrastructure.
Candidates for this role must meet stringent qualifications including possession of a valid CDL-A license, a clean motor vehicle record, and successful completion of mandatory drug and background screenings. They must be capable of handling physical tasks such as lifting and using equipment to transport freight. This role offers a great opportunity for those looking to join a large, reputable company committed to equal employment opportunities and fostering an equitable work culture.
Performance Foodservice prides itself on delivering quality products while fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive work environment. The company emphasizes competitive pay and benefits, opportunities for career growth, and a culture that rewards employees through recognition and respect. With programs such as Employee Stock Purchase Plans, 401K employer matching, education assistance, and day-one health and wellness benefits, PFG demonstrates its commitment to the wellbeing and professional development of its workforce.
The opportunity available is for a CDL-A Driver, a vital role within the company’s logistics and distribution network. This position involves operating tractor trailers or straight trucks for intrastate and interstate deliveries encompassing local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. The primary objective of the role is to ensure the timely and safe delivery of food and food-related products to customers, guaranteeing the integrity of the products and upholding all Department of Transportation regulations.
The CDL-A Driver serves as the face of Performance Foodservice, representing the company while building lasting relationships with customers by providing excellent service. This role requires a reliable, safety-conscious individual who is skilled at performing vehicle inspections, maintaining delivery schedules, managing paperwork accurately, and communicating effectively. Drivers will be expected to assist with loading and unloading products, verifying deliveries, collecting payments when necessary, and ensuring that all freight is properly secured.
Employment for this position is full-time with a rotating 4-day workweek schedule from Monday to Friday, occasionally extending to a fifth day. The pay averages $38 per hour after training, complemented by a $10,000 sign-on bonus subject to eligibility. This compensation package reflects the company's recognition of the critical role drivers play in supporting America’s food distribution infrastructure.
Candidates for this role must meet stringent qualifications including possession of a valid CDL-A license, a clean motor vehicle record, and successful completion of mandatory drug and background screenings. They must be capable of handling physical tasks such as lifting and using equipment to transport freight. This role offers a great opportunity for those looking to join a large, reputable company committed to equal employment opportunities and fostering an equitable work culture.
Job Requirements
- Valid CDL-A license required
- minimum 12 months commercial driving experience
- must be 21 years or older
- meet state licensing or certification requirements
- clean motor vehicle report for past three years
- pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
- pass road test
- attain or hold valid DOT health card
- able to hand-lift and use equipment to move freight
- physical ability to lift freight weighing up to 90 pounds
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED or equivalent
- 12 months commercial driving experience
- valid CDL-A license
- must be 21 or older
- meet all state licensing and certification requirements where applicable
- clean motor vehicle report for past 3 years
- pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
- pass road test
- attain or have valid current DOT health card or be able to secure new DOT health card
- able to hand-lift and utilize equipment to move or stack product cases or freight of varying size and weight throughout shift
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 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 regulations
- reports all safety issues and repairs required
- follows all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies
- immediately reports all safety hazards and inspects trailer for properly loaded and secured freight
- performs count check of items and checks customer invoices of loaded products
- checks and completes all required paperwork associated with freight accurately and legibly
- moves tractor to loading dock and attaches preloaded trailer as needed
- drives to and delivers customer orders according to predetermined route delivery schedule
- unloads products from trailer and 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 obtains proper signatures
- collects money where required
- loads customer returns on trailer and secures trailer doors
- ensures tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and secured
- unloads damaged goods and customer returns and completes necessary paperwork
- performs general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock and keeps trailers clear and clean
- completes daily record of hours of service in accordance with federal, state and company requirements
- secures all equipment and completes all necessary paperwork at end of shift
- performs other related duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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