CDL-A Driver Trainee — $30+/hr + $10k Sign-On

Performance Food Group (New); Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group (New) in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking an entry-level Driver Trainee to learn tractor/trailer and straight truck routes, ensuring safe loading, unloading, and on-time deliveries to customers. The role emphasizes DOT compliance, safety checks, and professional customer interactions.

Training is provided; compensation starts at $30/hour with an average of $38/hour after completing the program, plus a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Training program for entry level driver trainee and dock-to-driver process.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safety guidelines.
• Must be able to lift and move freight of varying size and weight.

Responsibilities

• Attend and complete the Driver Trainee program.
• Ride with trainer and assist deliveries as directed.
• Perform pre/post trip safety inspections and document results.
• Drive to deliver orders on schedule; unload, verify and obtain signatures.
• Maintain accurate paperwork and handle cash or checks where required.
• Keep equipment and trailers clean and secured; log hours of service.

Skills

CDL A License

Commercial Driving

Safety Conscious

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

PeopleNet

POD

Job description

Performance Food Group (New) in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking an entry-level Driver Trainee to learn tractor/trailer and straight truck routes, ensuring safe loading, unloading, and on-time deliveries to customers. The role emphasizes DOT compliance, safety checks, and professional customer interactions.

Training is provided; compensation starts at $30/hour with an average of $38/hour after completing the program, plus a $10,000 sign-on bonus.