Driver Helper

Performance Food Group (New); Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group (New) seeks a Driver Helper in Harrisburg, PA. This role is essential for delivering products to customers and involves assisting drivers on various routes. Candidates should have a High School Diploma and at least 6 months of experience in a warehouse environment. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, including health and wellness, retirement plans, and education assistance. A strong commitment to safety and customer service is a must.

Qualifications

• 6+ months in a warehouse environment and interfacing with customers within foodservice industry.
• Must pass post-offer drug test and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Driver in safe and accurate delivery of products.
• Load and unload truck and/or company vehicles.
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Customer interaction

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Job description

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 each customer, providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection and operational strategies. The Performance Foodservice team delivers delicious food, but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description

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! As a Driver Helper, you will assist the Driver in every aspect of the product delivery to our customers.

Primary Responsibilities

The Driver Helper rides with and assists Drivers in the tractor trailer, tandem trailer and/or straight truck on intrastate and interstate routes for the purpose of delivering and/or unloading various products 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 performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities (may include, but not limited to)

• Assists the Driver in the safe and accurate delivery of products to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
• Loads and unloads truck and/or company vehicles.
• Places products in areas identified by customers.
• Completes required documentation in a timely manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Detailed benefits information is available from the company. The benefits package includes health & wellness benefits, retirement plans, education assistance, paid time off and additional perks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• 6+ months in warehouse environment and interfacing with customers within foodservice industry
• Pass post‑offer drug test and criminal background check

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• 1+ year in warehouse or transportation environment and interfacing with customers within foodservice industry

EEO Statement

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.