CDL-A Driver - $91K/yr, Benefits, $2.5K Hiring Bonus

Performance Foodservice; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 82,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Foodservice, a PFG broadline distributor, is seeking CDL-A delivery drivers in Hickory, NC. The role delivers food and related products, earning an average of $91,000 annually with a signing bonus up to $2,500 for those with 6+ months of experience.

Routes include intrastate and interstate deliveries, with safety checks and DOT compliance daily. Benefits include health, 401K matching, stock purchase plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent.
• 6+ months commercial driving experience.
• Valid CDL-A.
• Must be 21+ years of age.
• Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable).
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years.
• Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check.
• Pass road test.
• Attains or has valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure 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 throughout shift; product generally ranges from between 10-35 pounds and up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location

Responsibilities

• Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner.
• Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.
• Performs all required safety checks (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspects tractor/truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed.
• Reports all safety issues and/or repairs required.
• Follows all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies.
• Immediately reports all safety hazards. Inspects trailer for properly loaded and secured freight.
• Performs count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded.
• Checks and completes in an accurate and in legible fashion all required paperwork associated with freight.
• Moves tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
• Drives to and delivers customer orders according to predetermined route delivery schedule.
• Unloads products from the trailer, transports items into designated customer storage areas.
• Performs damage control checks on items, scans, and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policy.
• Verifies delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures.
• Loads customer returns on to trailer and secures trailer doors.
• Ensures that tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or always secured.
• Unloads damaged goods and customer returns and bring to the driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork. Unloads all equipment, materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Completes daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Performs 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.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Tools

CDL-A Certification

Job description

Performance Foodservice, a PFG broadline distributor, is seeking CDL-A delivery drivers in Hickory, NC. The role delivers food and related products, earning an average of $91,000 annually with a signing bonus up to $2,500 for those with 6+ months of experience.

Routes include intrastate and interstate deliveries, with safety checks and DOT compliance daily. Benefits include health, 401K matching, stock purchase plan, and paid time off.