Entry-Level CDL Driver Trainee – Launch Your Trucking Career

Performance Food Group; Springfield (VT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Boots and uniforms provided

Free Product for Employees

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group in the United States is seeking an entry level Driver Trainee to learn tractor trailer and straight truck routes, both intrastate and interstate. You will complete safety checks, participate in the training program, and deliver and unload products to customers, following DOT regulations.

This role builds hands-on driving experience, supports our distribution network, and emphasizes safety, professionalism, and teamwork in a fast-paced food service environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 0-12 months commercial driving experience preferred.
• Valid CDL-A or B is required.
• Must be 21+ years of age at minimum.
• Maintain a clean MVR over the past 3 years.
• Pass post-offer drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Attend and complete PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program.
• Ride with and assist driver trainer during deliveries as required.
• Perform safety checks (pre/post trip) per DOT regulations and report issues.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safety policies; report hazards.
• Inspect trailer, count items, verify invoices, and secure freight for loading and unloading.
• Drive to deliver orders according to route schedule and unload at customer sites.
• Collect signatures, obtain payment where required, and manage returns per policy.
• Complete daily hours-of-service logs and maintain paperwork.

Education

High School Diploma / GED

CDL-A or CDL-B

DOT Health Card

Clean MVR (past 3 years)

21+ years of age

Pass post offer drug test and background check

Job description

Performance Food Group in the United States is seeking an entry level Driver Trainee to learn tractor trailer and straight truck routes, both intrastate and interstate. You will complete safety checks, participate in the training program, and deliver and unload products to customers, following DOT regulations.

This role builds hands-on driving experience, supports our distribution network, and emphasizes safety, professionalism, and teamwork in a fast-paced food service environment.