Class A Delivery Driver - Entry Level

Hiring immediately! $5,000 sign-on bonus (terms apply; not available to individuals who have worked for a Performance Food Group (PFG) owned company within the last 6 months).

About the Role

This is an entry-level driver training role based out of Rice, MN, with early morning dispatch four to five days per week (Monday–Saturday). The position may include multiple night layovers, with company-paid hotel accommodations and a food stipend. No Sunday work is required.

Responsibilities

• Attend and successfully complete PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program as required.
• Ride with and assist driver trainer in executing deliveries.
• Perform all required safety checks (pre/post trip inspections) according to DOT regulations and company safety standards.
• Report all safety issues and/or repairs required.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines.
• Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight; perform count checks and verify customer invoices.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Deliver customer orders according to predetermined route schedules; unload products and transport items into designated customer storage areas.
• Perform damage control checks, scan items, and contact supervisor about removing orders as needed.
• Verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures; collect payments where required.
• Load customer returns onto 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; complete necessary paperwork.
• Complete daily record of hours of service and log entries in accordance with federal, state, and company requirements.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area, and trailers.
• Secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 0-6 months commercial driving experience.
• High school diploma/GED or state-approved equivalent.
• Valid CDL A license.
• Must meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable).
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years.
• Pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
• Pass road test.
• Valid current DOT Health Card or ability to secure one.
• Able to hand-lift and utilize equipment (e.g., two-wheeler, lift gate) to move and/or stack product cases/freight weighing between 10-90 pounds throughout the shift.

Benefits

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

Pay

Minimum $320/day plus component pay (cases, miles, stops). Average annual earnings: $90,000/year.

Schedule

Early morning dispatch, four to five days per week (Monday–Saturday). No Sunday work required.