CDL-A Driver Trainer - DOT Compliance & Skills Coach

Performance Food Group; Ravenna (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Food Group in Ravenna, OH, is seeking a Training Specialist for delivery drivers. You will deliver hands-on instruction, review compliance with DOT regulations, and provide feedback to trainees to support professional development.

Responsibilities include conducting classroom and field training, running routes as needed, and ensuring schedules meet service goals while maintaining safety standards and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with DOT regulations and safety policies.
• Proficiency with computerized fleet operations systems (e.g., PeopleNet).
• Must be 21 years old and hold a valid CDL A.
• Clean MVR history and pass pre-employment drug and road tests.
• Ability to lift and move product cases and operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Train delivery drivers on DOT-compliant procedures and company policies.
• Provide verbal and written feedback to trainees and supervisory staff.
• May run routes as needed to support operations.
• Ensure training aligns with safety and service standards.
• Perform related duties to support driver development and customer service.

Skills

Communication skills

Training delivery

Customer service

Systems proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PeopleNet

Job description

Performance Food Group in Ravenna, OH, is seeking a Training Specialist for delivery drivers. You will deliver hands-on instruction, review compliance with DOT regulations, and provide feedback to trainees to support professional development.

Responsibilities include conducting classroom and field training, running routes as needed, and ensuring schedules meet service goals while maintaining safety standards and accurate documentation.