Driver, Non-CDL

Performance Foodservice; West Salem (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 health benefits

Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Growth Opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Performance Foodservice in Wisconsin seeks a driver to deliver and unload food and related products on local and interstate routes using straight trucks or vans. You will load, unload, verify invoices, and obtain customer signatures while maintaining safety and DOT compliance.

The role emphasizes safe driving, timely deliveries, and professional interaction with customers, vendors, and co-workers. A high school diploma, 6–12 months driving experience, and a clean MVR are required; a valid

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• 6–12 months commercial driving experience.
• Valid non-commercial driver's license.
• Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Clean 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 (60–90 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Perform safety checks (pre/post trip) and inspections as per DOT regulations.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safety policies; report hazards.
• Inspect freight for proper loading and complete required paperwork.
• Drive to deliver orders according to schedule.
• Unload and place products at customer sites; verify deliveries and obtain signatures.
• Secure equipment and maintain cleanliness of work areas; document hours and logs.
• Assist with warehouse duties and loading/unloading as needed.
• Report and remove damaged goods or returns per policy.

Skills

Professional communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

• 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

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

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 ensure 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 legible fashion all required paperwork 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 customers and obtain 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 all equipment, 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.
• Performs general housekeeping duties and keep warehouse area, loading dock and trailers clear and clean as required. Ensure work area is safe and report any unsafe conditions and/or acts immediately. At the end of the shift, secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Performs general warehouse duties as assigned including but not limited to forklift put-away, let-downs, will-call selection, returns, sanitation, break down pallets, wrapping pallets, order selection, loading, and receiving.
• Performs daily safety check of the assigned forklift/pallet jack in accordance with company policy.
• Performs damage control checks on items received and contact supervisor about removing items according to company policy.
• Removes batteries requiring recharging, replace with charged batteries and complete vehicle inspection checklist. Follows all preferred work methods, safety policies and procedures per company guidelines.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience
• 6 - 12 months commercial driving 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.