CDL Driver Trainee Class A or B

Performance Food Group; Springfield (VT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boots and uniforms provided

Free Product for Employees

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group in the United States is seeking an entry level Driver Trainee to learn tractor trailer and straight truck routes, both intrastate and interstate. You will complete safety checks, participate in the training program, and deliver and unload products to customers, following DOT regulations.

This role builds hands-on driving experience, supports our distribution network, and emphasizes safety, professionalism, and teamwork in a fast-paced food service environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 0-12 months commercial driving experience preferred.
• Valid CDL-A or B is required.
• Must be 21+ years of age at minimum.
• Maintain a clean MVR over the past 3 years.
• Pass post-offer drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Attend and complete PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program.
• Ride with and assist driver trainer during deliveries as required.
• Perform safety checks (pre/post trip) per DOT regulations and report issues.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safety policies; report hazards.
• Inspect trailer, count items, verify invoices, and secure freight for loading and unloading.
• Drive to deliver orders according to route schedule and unload at customer sites.
• Collect signatures, obtain payment where required, and manage returns per policy.
• Complete daily hours-of-service logs and maintain paperwork.

Education

High School Diploma / GED

CDL-A or CDL-B

DOT Health Card

Clean MVR (past 3 years)

21+ years of age

Pass post offer drug test and background check

Job description

• Free Product for Employees (details to be provided)

Job Description

Position Details

• $70,000 - $80,000 average annual pay
• Boots and uniforms provided by company
• Free Product for Employees (details to be provided)

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

This is an entry level driver training role. This driver is responsible for learning to and/or gaining experience in driving a tractor traileror straight truck intrastate and/or interstate on local, over-the-toad (OTR), shuttle, and/or overnight routes to deliver and unloadvarious food and food related products to customers. All routes are expected to be completed safely in accordance with all Companypolicies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The Driver Trainee communicates and interacts with customers, vendorsand co-workers professionally ensuring all services and duties are executed in accordance with preferred work methods andcustomer service practices. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any dutyassigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilities

• Attends and successfully completes PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program as required. All training documentation is completed and maintained per requirements.
• Rides-with and assists driver trainer in executing deliveries as required. Follow all instructions and directions provided by drivertrainer.
• Perform all required safety checks (i.e. pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department ofTransportation (DOT) regulations; inspect tractor/truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriateaction as needed. Report all safety issues and/or repairs required.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies. Immediately report any and all safety hazards.
• Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight. Perform count check of items and check customer invoices of products thathave been loaded. Check and complete in an accurate and in legible fashion all required paperwork associated with freight. Movetractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
• Drive to and deliver customer orders according to predetermined route delivery schedule.
• Unload products from the trailer, transport items into designated customer storage areas. Perform damage control checks on items,scanning and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policy. Verify delivery of items with customer andobtain proper signatures. Collect money (cash or checks) where required. Load customer returns on to trailer and secure trailer doors.
• Ensure that tractor, trailer and freight are appropriately locked and/or secured at all times.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns and bring to the driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork. Unload allequipment, materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Complete daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state and company requirements.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required. At the end of theshift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• 0-12 months commercial driving experience
• Valid CDL-A or B
• 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

Company description

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Awards and Accolades

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) 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 local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.