Driver Apprentice – We Pay for Your CDL-A!

Performance Food Group; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Job summary

Performance Food Group is hiring a Delivery Driver for local intrastate routes, delivering food products to customers on a Monday–Friday schedule with a 3am–6am dispatch window. Pay is $20.00 per hour; company-paid CDL with terms and conditions apply.

The role requires safety-focused driving, ability to lift 60–90 pounds, and compliance with DOT regulations. Benefits start Day 1, with a path for growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid non-commercial driver's license; clean MVR.
• Must be 21+ years old; pre-employment drug test.
• Able to lift 60–90 lb and operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Drive local routes with a straight truck or van.
• Deliver and unload food and related products at customers.
• Perform safety checks (pre/post trip) per DOT requirements.
• Complete paperwork and collect signatures; assist with returns as needed.
• Maintain secure vehicle and trailer, and keep work areas clean.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Valid non-commercial driver's license

Job description

• Schedule: Monday - Friday (3am-6am Dispatch Time)


• Pay: $20.00 per hour


• Company Pays for CDL (Terms & Conditions apply)
  

Job Description:

Position Details:

• Local Delivery Routes


• Schedule: Monday - Friday (3am-6am Dispatch Time)


• Pay: $20.00 per hour


• Company Pays for CDL (Terms & Conditions apply)
  

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 driver role is responsible for driving a straight truck or van intrastate and/or interstate on local routes to deliver and unload various food and food related products to customers. This role generally handles deliveries of urgent orders due to mispicks and other customer service related issues. All routes are expected to be completed safely in accordance with all Company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The driver communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring all services and duties are executed in accordance with preferred work methods and customer service practices.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform all required safety checks (i.e. pre/post trip) including inspections of truck/van and trailer according to Department of
  Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspect truck/van and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate
  action 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 truck/van for properly loaded and secured freight. Perform count check of items and check customer invoices of products
  that have been loaded. Check and complete in an accurate and in legible fashion all required paper work associated with freight.


• Drive to and deliver customer orders according to assigned delivery schedule.


• Unload products from truck/van, 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 truck, van 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 experience


• Valid non-commercial driver's license


• 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 pre-employment drug test


• Pass road test


• 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 approximately 60 to 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.