Class A Delivery Driver Hiring Event Saturday 8/15

Interviews onsite at 2930 Performance Drive, Kendallville, IN 46755 from 9:00am - 2:00pm.

About the role

This is an entry-level driver training role. The driver is responsible for learning to drive a tractor-trailer or straight truck intrastate and/or interstate on local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and/or 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 per preferred work methods and customer service practices.

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.
• Perform all required safety checks (pre/post trip), including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations and company safety standards.
• Report all safety issues and/or required repairs.
• 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.
• Drive to and deliver customer orders according to predetermined route schedules.
• Unload products from the trailer and transport items into designated customer storage areas.
• Perform damage control checks, scan items, and contact supervisor about removing orders per 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/secured at all times.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns, complete necessary paperwork.
• Unload equipment/materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Complete daily record of hours of service and log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area, and keep trailers clean.
• Secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Valid CDL A license.
• 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 and road test.
• Attain or have a valid current DOT Health Card.
• Able to hand-lift and utilize equipment (e.g., two-wheeler, lift gate) to move/stack product cases/freight (60–90 pounds) throughout shift.

• 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 Driver School Direct Hire: 0–6 months experience with a CDL License.
• External Entry Level Hire: 0–6 months with a CDL License.

Benefits

• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits.
• Free uniforms and safety boot allowance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401K Employer Matching.
• Education Assistance.
• Paid Time Off.
• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus (Terms Apply).

Pay

$80,000–$89,000 average annual salary.