CDL A Delivery Driver - Regional Routes

PFG Customized Distribution meets the unique needs of some of America’s most recognized national chain restaurants, including Cracker Barrel, TGI Friday’s, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, and Ruby Tuesday. Serving customers across the U.S. and in more than 40 countries.

About the role

The Driver, Formula CDL-A is responsible for driving a tractor trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight and drive-and-drop routes. Delivers and/or unloads food and food-related products to customers safely, on time, and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Routes are a combination of solo and team routes with out-of-state layovers twice per week. Must have an interstate license (no K restrictions).

Responsibilities

• Communicate and interact with customers, vendors, and co-workers professionally to answer questions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform all required safety checks (pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations; inspect equipment to ensure it meets company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed.
• Report all safety issues and/or repairs required.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies; immediately report all safety hazards.
• Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight; perform count checks of items and verify customer invoices.
• Complete all required paperwork associated with freight accurately and legibly.
• Move tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
• Drive to and deliver customer orders according to predetermined route delivery schedule.
• Unload products from the trailer and transport items into designated customer storage areas.
• Perform damage control checks on items, scan products, and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policy.
• Verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures; collect money (cash or checks) where required.
• Load customer returns onto trailer and secure trailer doors; ensure tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or secured.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns, bring to driver check-in, and complete necessary paperwork.
• Unload all equipment and materials, remove trash from trailers as required.
• Complete daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area, and keep trailers clean as required.
• At the end of the shift, secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Six (6) months commercial driving experience.
• Valid CDL-A and 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, criminal background check, and road test.
• Attain or have a valid current DOT Health Card or be able to secure a new one.
• 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 (10–90 pounds) throughout shift.

Pay

Weekly minimum $1,540 when on route.

Benefits

• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401K Employer Matching.
• Education Assistance.
• Paid Time Off.

Equipment

• Newer trucks/equipment, all automatics.
• Ramp work, touch freight, breakdown mixed pallets.