Driver Trainer- Ravenna, Ohio

Performance Food Group (New); Ravenna (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Food Group in Ravenna, OH is seeking a trainer to deliver and oversee driver training, ensuring adherence to company policies, safety standards, and DOT regulations. You may run routes as needed and provide hands-on coaching to new and veteran drivers.The role requires 3–5 years of route delivery or training experience, a valid CDL A, and a clean driving record.

Strong communication, computer systems knowledge (e.g., fleet software), and the ability to lift heavy loads are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience.
• 3–5 years of route delivery or training experience.
• Experience with DOT regulations and safety policies.
• Knowledge of fleet systems (e.g., PeopleNet).
• Valid CDL A license.
• Must be 21+ and able to pass drug test, road test, and DOT health card.
• Ability to lift 60–90 pounds and handle equipment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on driver training in classroom and field settings.
• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations and company safety policies.
• Train and evaluate trainees, provide feedback and development actions.
• May run routes as needed to support business needs.
• Maintain documentation and housekeeping of equipment.

Skills

Driver training

DOT regulations knowledge

Communications skills

PeopleNet knowledge

CDL A

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Fleet software

Pre-employment testing tools

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 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.

Job Description:

Responsible for training delivery drivers on on all aspects of the delivery driver job duties. Utilizes all company training guides, manuals, checklists and processes to ensure compliance with company policies, practices, safety and DOT regulations. Performs preferred work method observations and provides verbal and written feedback on driver trainees' performance including suggested development actions. May run routes per business needs. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

• Exhibits strong verbal and written communication skills. Utilizes all systems and tools effectively, i.e. computer, software systems.
• Working knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations (i.e., hours of service, pre-trip/post-trip, etc) and company safety policies and practices. Ensures all policies are followed.
• Delivers hands-on training that allows for maximum transfer of knowledge while ensuring customer needs, service times, labor and transportation costs are met and within guidelines.
• Provides ongoing and timely feedback to assigned driver trainees and supervisory staff. Feedback includes positive reinforcement and constructive corrective actions.
• Understands and exhibits strong customer service skills.
• Works with new driver hires and experienced drivers in classroom and/or field settings to prepare them for a successful professional driver career.
• May supplement PFG Driver Training Manual with local programs specific to the location, products and reports used in that market.
• Performs all route delivery duties per company guidelines and safety regulations including pre/post trip, inspection of load and freight, adherence to delivery windows, ensures accuracy of customer delivery, utilizes equipment as prescribed, collects cash/check if required, completes returns and driver-check in process and performs necessary housekeeping to ensure cleanliness of tractor and trailer.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

Required Experience:

3 - 5 Years

• Route delivery driver experience specifically in foodservice distribution industry with in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations.
• Computerized fleet operations management systems knowledge (i.e. PeopleNet)
• Valid CDL A
• 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 pre-employment drug test
• Pass road test
• 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 approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on the location

Preferred qualifications:

Associates/2-year technical:

Technical school, Associates degree or other certification in learning and development training methods

Preferred Experience:

5 - 7 Years

• Transportation experience specifically in foodservice distribution industry route delivery
• Small group and one-on-one training experience
• Basic/Intermediate computer skills

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. 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.