CDL Class A Delivery Driver - No Experience Needed

New employees receive a $9,000 welcome bonus and current employees receive a $2,500 referral bonus (terms apply).

About the role

This is an entry-level driver training role. The driver trainee is responsible for learning to drive a tractor-trailer or straight truck interstate on local, regional, and overnight routes to deliver and unload various food and food-related products to customers. All routes must be completed safely in accordance with company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The Driver Trainee communicates professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers, ensuring services are executed according to preferred work methods and customer service practices.

Schedule

• Home daily
• Four-night work week (dispatch between 8:00 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.)

Pay

• Weekly minimum guarantee of $1,450 ($80,000 - $90,000 per year)

Benefits

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

Responsibilities

• Attend and successfully complete PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program as required.
• Complete all training documentation per requirements.
• Ride with and assist driver trainer in executing deliveries.
• Follow all instructions and directions provided by the driver trainer.
• Perform all required safety checks (pre/post trip), including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations.
• Inspect tractor/truck and trailer to ensure they meet company safety standards and report any safety issues or repairs required.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies.
• Immediately report any safety hazards.
• Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight.
• Perform count checks of items and verify customer invoices of loaded products.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Move tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
• Drive to and deliver customer orders according to the predetermined route delivery schedule.
• Unload products from the trailer and transport items into designated customer storage areas.
• Perform damage control checks on items, scanning, and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policy.
• Verify delivery of items with the customer and obtain proper signatures.
• Collect money (cash or checks) where required.
• Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
• Ensure tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or secured at all times.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns, bringing them to driver check-in and completing necessary paperwork.
• Unload all equipment and materials, and 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 the tractor, loading dock area, and keep trailers clean.
• 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.
• Internal PFG Candidates: 1 year of service in good standing as outlined in the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program, able to attain CDL Permit and DOT Health Card.
• External Entry Level Hire: 0-6 months with a CDL.
• 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 the past 3 years.
• Pass post-offer drug test.
• Pass road test.
• Attain or have a valid current 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 the shift (product generally ranges from approximately 60 to 90 pounds).

About the company

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. Providing customized attention and a centralized contact for product lines, menu changes, and account coordination, PFG Customized serves customers across the U.S. and in more than 40 countries.