Driver Trainer: Elevate Drivers with Day 1 Benefits

Performance Food Group; Swedesboro (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group in New Jersey seeks a Driver Trainer to lead training and re-training for delivery drivers, ensuring DOT compliance and safety policies while using company guides and checklists. You will deliver hands-on training, provide feedback, and collaborate with supervisors, combining classroom sessions with field coaching to prepare drivers for a professional career.

Required CDL-A, DOT Health Card, 21+, 2+ years driving and 1–3 years training or coaching experience; knowledge of

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of driving experience in route/foodservice distribution.
• Strong knowledge of DOT regulations (hours of service, pre/post-trip, etc.).
• Ability to train and assess drivers, provide verbal/written feedback.

Responsibilities

• Train and re-train delivery drivers on job duties and safety.
• Conduct hands-on and classroom training to meet DOT and company standards.
• Provide timely feedback to trainees and supervisory staff; maintain safety compliance.

Skills

DOT compliance

Communication

Training delivery

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

PeopleNet

Job description

Performance Food Group in New Jersey seeks a Driver Trainer to lead training and re-training for delivery drivers, ensuring DOT compliance and safety policies while using company guides and checklists. You will deliver hands-on training, provide feedback, and collaborate with supervisors, combining classroom sessions with field coaching to prepare drivers for a professional career.

Required CDL-A, DOT Health Card, 21+, 2+ years driving and 1–3 years training or coaching experience; knowledge of