Truck Driver CDL A- $10,000 Sign-on Bonus

Burlington, VT, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Exact $104,000.00

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Performance Foodservice is a renowned broadline distributor under the Performance Food Group (PFG) umbrella, dedicated to serving a diverse clientele that includes independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. With an esteemed reputation in the foodservice industry, Performance Foodservice prides itself on fostering close partnerships with customers through a dedicated team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other specialists. This team not only delivers high-quality food products but also offers expert advice on operations improvement, menu development, product selection, and strategic planning, aiming to help independent restaurant owners thrive and fulfill their business aspirations. The company's commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction is reflected in its inclusive work environment and the broad range of benefits and growth opportunities it provides to its employees.

The CDL-A Driver role at Performance Foodservice is vital to the company’s mission of supporting America’s food distribution system. Drivers in this position play a crucial role in ensuring timely, safe delivery of food and related products. Driving tractor-trailers or straight trucks, these professionals manage routes that include local, interstate, shuttle, and overnight deliveries. Earning an average annual salary of $104,000, drivers enjoy a 5-day workweek from Monday to Friday as well as a substantial $10,000 sign-on bonus, emphasizing the company's value placed on this key role. Candidates can also benefit from convenient walk-in hiring days available Monday through Thursday, which include assistance with applications and immediate interviews, demonstrating the company’s commitment to accessible employment processes.

This role demands adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety standards. Drivers are responsible for the inspection and maintenance of their vehicles, proper loading and unloading of freight, completion of all necessary paperwork, and the professional representation of the company at all customer touchpoints. Performance Foodservice promotes a safe and inclusive workplace culture centered on respect, recognition, and reward, enabling drivers to perform their duties confidently and efficiently. Comprehensive benefits beginning from day one include health and wellness coverage, employee stock purchase opportunities, 401K employer matching, education assistance, and paid time off. The position offers ample opportunities for career advancement, allowing drivers to grow within an essential industry sector while contributing significantly to food availability across communities.

Job Requirements

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 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