Delivery Driver

Sioux Falls, SD, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Hourly

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $38.00

Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

wellness benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Safe and inclusive work environment

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, a subsidiary of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a leading broadline distributor known for its dedication to delivering quality food products to a diverse range of local customers. These customers include independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company is distinguished by its unique approach that combines sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other experts who work closely with customers to enhance their operations. This includes providing valuable advice on menu development, product selection, and various operational strategies. Performance Foodservice is committed not only to delivering delicious food but also to supporting independent restaurant owners in achieving their business goals and dreams. The company prides itself on fostering a culture of respect, safety, and inclusiveness, alongside a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellness and growth.

The role of CDL-A Driver at Performance Foodservice is integral to ensuring the smooth operation of the food supply chain. This position demands a responsible professional who will handle the delivery of food and related products using tractor trailers or straight trucks, driving both interstate and intrastate routes including over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight schedules. The driver is tasked with ensuring timely, safe, and efficient deliveries while complying with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The CDL-A Driver will be the face of the company to customers, building lasting relationships through professional interactions and outstanding service. This job offers an average effective hourly rate of $38 after training and includes a rotating four-day workweek schedule within Monday to Friday, with occasional fifth workdays as necessary. An attractive $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered with terms and eligibility requirements.

The CDL-A Driver is expected to maintain the highest safety standards by performing required pre- and post-trip inspections on trucks and trailers, reporting and addressing safety issues promptly, and ensuring secured and accurate shipments. The role includes duties such as loading and unloading products, conducting damage controls, product scanning, and verification of deliveries with customers, including obtaining signatures and handling payments where necessary. Drivers are also responsible for maintaining cleanliness and organization of their equipment and adhering to federal, state, and company logging requirements. Beyond delivery, drivers contribute to the team's success by functioning collaboratively and undertaking any other assigned responsibilities to best support the company’s mission. Overall, this position offers a valuable opportunity for individuals seeking career growth in a vital sector of the food distribution industry, supported by comprehensive benefits like health and wellness programs from day one, stock purchase plans, 401K matching, education assistance, and paid time off.

Job Requirements

high school diploma or equivalent
12 months commercial driving experience
valid CDL-A license
must be at least 21 years old
meet all state licensing and certification requirements as applicable
clean motor vehicle report for past three years
pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
pass road test
possesses or can obtain valid DOT health card
able to hand-lift and operate equipment to move product cases and freight of varied size and weight

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 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 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