Delivery Driver CDL A - Up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus!

Parma, OH, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $80,000.00 - $90,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Sign-On Bonus

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, a subsidiary of Performance Food Group, operates as a broadline distributor with an extensive network serving a diverse clientele that includes independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company prides itself on providing not just food products but also holistic support to its customers through a dedicated team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and various experts. This team works closely with customers to enhance their operations, develop menus, select products, and refine strategies to ensure business success. Performance Foodservice is committed to delivering high-quality products efficiently and fostering strong customer relationships, emphasizing the importance of service excellence and operational expertise.

They are currently seeking experienced CDL-A Drivers to join their team, offering a competitive compensation package ranging from $80,000 to $90,000 annually. The role adheres to a Monday to Friday schedule, ensuring that drivers can be home daily, enhancing work-life balance. Additionally, new hires can benefit from a sign-on bonus of $500 per week for the first 30 weeks. This position requires at least one year of commercial driving experience with a valid CDL-A license.

The CDL-A Driver position is pivotal within the organization's food supply chain, responsible for operating tractor trailers or straight trucks to deliver food and food-related products across intra- and interstate routes, including local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight assignments. The driver plays a critical role in ensuring products reach customers on time and in optimal condition, all while maintaining strict adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Safety is paramount, with drivers expected to conduct thorough pre- and post-trip inspections, report any safety issues promptly, and follow all company and regulatory safety guidelines.

Beyond transportation duties, drivers serve as ambassadors of the company, engaging professionally with customers, vendors, and colleagues. They perform essential tasks such as securing freight, verifying deliveries, handling paperwork, collecting payments, and managing product returns. The role also involves routine housekeeping of the tractor and loading areas to uphold cleanliness and operational efficiency.

This position offers growth opportunities and a safe, inclusive working environment that values employee recognition and respect. Benefits include Day 1 Health & Wellness programs, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and many more perks aimed at supporting the wellbeing and professional development of the driver workforce. As part of Performance Foodservice, drivers contribute directly to sustaining America's food distribution system, embodying the company's dedication to service excellence and customer satisfaction.

Job Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent
1+ years commercial driving experience
valid CDL-A license
must be 21+ years of age
meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements
clean motor vehicle report for the past 3 years
pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
pass road test
valid DOT Health Card or ability to obtain one
able to hand-lift and use required equipment to move product cases/freight of varying sizes and weights

Job Qualifications

High school diploma/GED or equivalent
1+ years commercial driving
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 (i.e., 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 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