CDL Class A Delivery Driver Trainee

Company Description

Performance Food service, 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 but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Position Details:

• $24.72/hour, 6-month program
• Start time between 3:00 a.m.
  
  - 5:30 a.m.

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

This is an entry level driver training role. The driver learns to and/or gains experience in driving a tractor‑tire 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 are expected to be completed safely in accordance with all company policies and Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

The Driver Trainee communicates and interacts with customers, vendors, and coworkers professionally ensuring all services and duties are executed in accordance with preferred work methods and customer service practices. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

• Attend and successfully complete the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program as required. All training documentation is completed and maintained per requirements.
• Ride‑with and assist the driver trainer in executing deliveries as required. Follow all instructions and directions provided by the driver trainer.
• Perform all required safety checks (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation  report all safety issues and/or repairs required.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies. Immediately report any and all safety hazards.
• Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight. Perform a count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded. Complete all required paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Drive to and deliver customer orders according to the predetermined route delivery schedule.
• Unload products from the trailer, transport items into designated customer storage areas. Perform damage control checks on items, scan and contact supervisor regarding removal of orders according to company policy, verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures. Collect money (cash or checks) where required. Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
• Ensure that the tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or secured at all times.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns and bring them to the 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 enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state and company requirements.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required. At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and more.
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support…