Class B CDL Delivery Truck Driver

Starting at $70,000 annually with a $5,000 sign-on bonus ($2,500 paid after 90 days, $2,500 paid after 180 days). Boots and uniforms provided by the company. Free product for employees.

About the role

Food and food service delivery Drivers fulfill a critical role in the country’s food supply chain. Our delivery drivers ensure customers’ products arrive at their destination at the arranged times and in good condition. They are the face of our company, building lasting relationships with customers. The Driver 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 to deliver and/or unload food and food-related products safely and timely, in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Drivers communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers, answer questions accurately, and function as a team member within the department and organization.

Responsibilities

• 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 repairs required.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines; immediately report all 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 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, and contact supervisor about removing orders per 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, bring to driver check-in, and complete necessary paperwork.
• Unload all equipment and 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 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.
• 6+ months of commercial driving experience.
• Valid CDL-B.
• 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 criminal background check.
• Pass road test.
• Attain or have a valid current DOT Health Card and/or be able to secure a 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 (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

Starting at $70,000 annually with a $5,000 sign-on bonus ($2,500 paid after 90 days, $2,500 paid after 180 days).

About the company

Performance Foodservice, PFG’s broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers, providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers food and goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.