CDL B Delivery Driver

Performance Foodservice; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice is seeking delivery drivers to operate tractor trailer or straight trucks in Springfield, MO, delivering and unloading food products to customers with DOT compliance. The role requires a CDL B, clean MVR, drug/background checks, and physical ability to lift loads.

Schedule Tue–Sat with early starts; benefits begin day one and growth opportunities exist within a safety-driven team. Compensation starts at $22 per hour with competitive benefits, and a path toward higher

Qualifications

• 6+ months commercial driving experience.
• High school diploma/GED or state approved equivalent.
• Valid CDL B with airbrakes endorsement.
• Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable).
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years.
• Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check.
• Pass road test.
• 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

• Perform safety checks (pre/post trip) and inspect tractor/truck and trailer per DOT regulations.
• Report safety issues and required repairs.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines; report hazards.
• Inspect trailer for proper loading and secured freight.
• Perform count checks of items and verify customer invoices.
• Complete required paperwork accurately.
• Move tractor to loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
• Drive to and deliver customer orders per route schedule.
• Unload products at customer locations and store in designated areas.
• Coordinate sign-offs, collect payments when applicable.
• Ensure equipment and freight are secured and locked.
• Complete daily hours-of-service logs per DOT and company rules.
• Maintain clean/clear trailers and loading dock areas.
• Finish shift with all paperwork filed and equipment secured.

Skills

Commercial driving

Safety-minded

Customer service

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

CDL B with airbrakes

DOT regulations knowledge

Job description

Job Description

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday with early morning start times. Drivers average upwards of 12/hr shifts. End times vary.

Location: 1620 N Packer Road, Springfield, MO

CDL B is required

Position Details

• Pay: $22 per hour
• Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday with early morning start times. Drivers average upwards of 12/hr shifts. End times vary.
• Location: 1620 N Packer Road, Springfield, MO
• CDL B is required

We Deliver the Goods

• 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

Position Purpose

Food and food service delivery Drivers fulfill a critical role in the country’s food supply chain. Our delivery drivers not only make sure the customers’ products arrive at their destination at the arranged times and in good condition, but they are the face of our company – building lasting relationships with our customers!Driver, is responsible for driving a tractor trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight and drive and drop routes for the purpose of delivering and/or unloading food and food related products to customers in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. 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.

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• 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.
• Report 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 checks 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 contacts supervisor about removing orders according to company policy.
• Verifies delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures.
• Collects money (cash or checks) where required.
• Loads customer returns on to trailer and secure 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 removes 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 keeps 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.

Required Qualifications

• 6+ months commercial driving experience
• High school diploma/GED or state approved equivalent
• Valid CDL B with airbrakes endorsement
• Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)
• Must be 21 years of age
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years
• Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
• Pass road test
• 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

Compensation

$22.00 Hour