Entry Level CDL Class A Truck Driver

Pay

Drivers earn up to $130,000 per year.

Schedule

Home daily routes; Sunday through Thursday nights. Dispatch hours are between 9 p.m. and 2 a.m., with most routes leaving around midnight.

Benefits

• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401(k) employer matching
• Education assistance
• Paid time off
• Other competitive benefits

Position Purpose

Entry‑level driver training role. The driver learns and gains experience driving 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 DOT regulations. The Driver Trainee communicates professionally with customers, vendors, and co‑workers, follows preferred work methods and customer service practices, functions as a team member, and performs any assigned duties to serve the company.

Responsibilities

• Attend and successfully complete the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program; maintain training documentation.
• Ride‑with and assist the driver trainer in executing deliveries; follow all instructions.
• Perform required safety checks (pre/post‑trip) and inspections of tractor/truck and trailer per DOT regulations; report safety issues or repairs.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe‑driving guidelines; immediately report hazards.
• Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight; perform count checks of items and verify customer invoices.
• Complete all required paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Move tractor to the loading dock and attach pre‑loaded trailer as needed.
• Drive to and deliver customer orders according to the predetermined route schedule.
• Unload products and transport items into designated customer storage areas.
• Perform damage‑control checks, scan items, and contact the supervisor about removing orders per policy.
• Verify delivery with the customer and obtain signatures; collect cash or checks where required.
• Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
• Ensure tractor, trailer, and freight are locked/secured at all times.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns, bring to driver check‑in, and complete necessary paperwork.
• Unload all 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 the tractor and loading dock area; keep trailers clear and clean.
• At shift end, secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Internal PFG candidates: 1 year of service in good standing per the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program, able to attain a CDL Permit and DOT Health Card.
• External entry‑level hire: 0–6 months experience with a CDL A.
• Valid CDL A.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years.
• Pass post‑offer drug test.
• Pass road test.
• Possess or obtain a current DOT Health Card.
• Ability to hand‑lift and use two‑wheeler, lift gate, or other equipment to move/stack product cases/freight (approximately 60–90 lb).

Company description

Performance Foodservice, PFG’s broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and 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 delicious food and goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.