Experienced Class A Delivery Driver

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Exact $92,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
401K Employer Matching
Education Assistance
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, a division of Performance Food Group (PFG), serves as a broadline distributor providing essential foodservice products to a diverse customer base including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company prides itself on more than just delivering products – a dedicated team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and industry experts work closely with customers to enhance their operational efficiency. This collaborative approach involves offering valuable advice on menu development, product selection, and strategic operational improvements, positioning Performance Foodservice as a trusted partner in the food distribution industry.

Performance Foodservice has carved a reputation for not only delivering high-quality food products but for genuinely supporting the dreams and growth of independent restaurant owners and food service providers. This supportive environment creates strong, lasting relationships with customers rooted in trust, service excellence, and a commitment to their success.

The CDL-A Driver role at Performance Foodservice is an integral part of the company’s mission to maintain uninterrupted food supply chains across the country. Offering a competitive annual salary of $92,000 and Monday through Friday shifts primarily between 12am and 3am within a dispatch range, drivers work 10 to 12-hour shifts. This position comes with generous benefits packages including day-one health and wellness coverage, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and more.

CDL-A Drivers at Performance Foodservice are responsible for safely and efficiently transporting food and related products using tractor-trailers or straight trucks on both intrastate and interstate routes. Their duties extend beyond driving - they serve as the company's face, professionally engaging with customers, vendors, and co-workers alike to ensure customer satisfaction. Strict adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety policies is mandatory, covering vehicle inspections, freight security, and delivery accuracy.

This role offers excellent growth opportunities within a safe, inclusive, and respectful working environment that emphasizes rewards and recognition. Drivers carry out key responsibilities such as pre-trip and post-trip inspections, securing freight, maintaining detailed delivery paperwork, and managing returns and damaged goods. They play a vital role in safeguarding the company’s reputation by performing their tasks meticulously and maintaining high standards of safety and customer service.

In summary, the CDL-A Driver position at Performance Foodservice is a critical career opportunity for individuals seeking a stable and rewarding role in the essential food distribution sector. The company offers a supportive work environment, ample growth prospects, and comprehensive benefits, making it an excellent place for drivers to build a long-term career while contributing meaningfully to the foodservice industry’s success.

Job Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • 12 plus months commercial driving experience
  • valid CDL-A license
  • must be 21 plus years of age
  • meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements
  • clean motor vehicle report 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 equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight of varying size and weight

Job Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 12 plus months commercial driving experience
  • valid CDL-A license
  • must be 21 plus years of age
  • meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements
  • clean motor vehicle report 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 equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight of varying size and weight

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 regulations
  • reports all safety issues and/or repairs required
  • follows all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies
  • 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
  • drives to and delivers customer orders according to predetermined route delivery schedule
  • unloads products from the trailer, transports items into designated customer storage areas
  • verifies delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures
  • collects money where required
  • loads customer returns on to trailer and secures trailer doors
  • completes daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements
  • performs other related duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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