Utility Driver

Overview

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.

• What you will do – Flexible driver position when routes do not have coverage, so routes do not need to be cut. May link to a domicile yard versus OpCo location.
• Perform all required safety checks (pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). inspect tractor/truck and trailer to ensure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed. 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 count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded. Complete all required paperwork associated with freight in an accurate and legible fashion. Move tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
• Ensure that tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or secured at all times. Unload damaged goods and customer returns and bring to the driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork and procedures at end of shift. Unload all equipment, materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Comply with daily record-keeping and hours of service requirements, adhering to DOT, state, and company policies.
• Uphold overall safety standards and follow guidelines for the proper handling of freight throughout the delivery process.
• Train newer drivers as necessary when route coverage is not required.

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much 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.

• Required
  
  Education:
  
  High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
• Required Experience:
  
  6 months commercial driving experience
• Class A CDL License Required
• Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)
• Must be 21 years of age
• Meets PFG Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) requirements for past 3 years
• Pass pre-employment drug test
• Meet PFG FMCSA Clearinghouse Requirements
• Pass road test
• Able to secure new DOT Medical 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 throughout shift; product generally ranges from approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on the location
• Must be able to work the assigned schedule required for the position
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English

• 1 - 3 Years Commercial driving experience
• Doubles Endorsements with experience
• Food service distribution industry experience
• Onboard computer and electronic log system experience (i.e., People Net)
• Hand-held point of delivery scanning system experience (i.e., POD)
• Customer service-related work experience

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please review: our EEO Policy, the EEO is the Law poster and supplement, and the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.