CDL A Delivery Driver - Regional Team Routes

Performance Food Group; Shafter (CA); On-site; USD 62,362 - 77,777; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness

401(k) Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading food service provider in California is seeking a CDL A Delivery Driver for regional team routes. The role involves ensuring timely delivery of food products, maintaining safety standards, and providing excellent customer service. Candidates must have a valid CDL-A license, a high school diploma, and be prepared to lift heavy items. The position offers competitive pay starting at $1,540 weekly with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 6 months of commercial driving experience required.
• Must hold a valid CDL-A license and be 21 years or older.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Drive to and deliver customer orders according to schedule.
• Communicate with customers, vendors, and coworkers professionally.
• Perform safety checks and inspections of vehicle.

Skills

Commercial driving experience

Customer service skills

Safety awareness

Ability to lift heavy items

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

CDL A Delivery Driver - Regional Team Routes

Join to apply for the CDL A Delivery Driver - Regional Team Routes role at Performance Food Group.

Performance Food Group provides a pay range of $1,540 weekly minimum when on route. Specific pay is based on skills and experience; talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Position Purpose

Food and food service delivery drivers play a critical role in the country’s food supply chain. They ensure customers’ products arrive on schedule and in good condition, building lasting relationships with customers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Communicate and interact with customers, vendors, and coworkers professionally.
• Perform safety checks (pre/post‑trip) and inspections of tractor/truck and trailer per DOT regulations.
• Report all safety hazards, repairs required, and issues to management.
• Follow DOT and company safe‑driving guidelines.
• Inspect trailer for proper loading and secure freight.
• Count items and verify customer invoices at loading.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and legibly.
• Drive to and deliver customer orders according to the predetermined schedule.
• Unload products, scan, and coordinate removal of orders per company policy.
• Obtain proper signatures on deliveries and collect money when required.
• Secure trailer doors and ensure all equipment is locked.
• Perform general housekeeping in tractor, loading dock, and keep trailers clean.
• Complete daily hours‑of‑service record per Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.

• Six (6) months commercial driving experience.
• Valid CDL‑A license.
• 21+ years of age.
• Meet all state licensing/certification requirements (if applicable).
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years.
• Pass post‑offer drug test and criminal background check.
• Pass road test.
• Have or be able to obtain a current DOT Health Card.
• Able to hand‑lift and use equipment to move and stack product cases (10–90 lbs).

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits: Day 1 Health & Wellness, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401(k) Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and more.
• Growth opportunities in the food distribution system.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with rewards, recognition, and respect.

Company Description

PFG Customized Distribution serves America’s most recognized national chain restaurants such as Cracker Barrel, TGI Friday’s, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, and Ruby Tuesday, providing customized attention and centralized contacts for product lines, menu changes, and account coordination. Operations span the U.S. and more than 40 countries.

EEO Statement

Performance Food Group provides equal employment opportunity 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 laws. Please review our EEO Policy, the “EEO is the Law” poster, and Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

Seniority Level

Entry level.

Employment Type

Full‑time.

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing.

Industries

Food and Beverage Services.

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