Extraboard CDL A Delivery Driver

Performance Foodservice; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; 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 Foodservice in Champaign, IL seeks a CDL-A Delivery Driver to support the food service distribution network. You will cover early morning dispatch with 2:00–6:00 AM shifts, 4–5 days per week, 40–70 hours weekly, servicing intrastate routes.

Responsibilities include safe driving, pre/post trip inspections, securing freight, completing required paperwork, and maintaining DOT compliance while delivering to customers with professionalism and reliability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience.
• Must meet all state licensing/certification requirements.
• Must be 21 years of age and able to pass pre-employment tests.
• Must meet MVR requirements and FMCSA Clearinghouse.
• Must be able to read/write English.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety checks (pre/post trip) and inspections per DOT regulations.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safety policies; report hazards.
• Inspect trailer load; verify items against invoices and complete required paperwork.
• Ensure security of tractor, trailer and freight at all times; unload damaged goods and returns; complete end-of-shift paperwork.
• Maintain safety standards and hours-of-service compliance; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Commercial driving experience

DOT regulations compliance

English proficiency

Job description

Job Description

• Schedule: 4–5-day work week with dispatch between 2:00–6:00 AM; availability required Monday–Saturday. 40-70 hours per week.
• Routes may include Day, Night, Overnight Layover (day cab, stipend & per diem provided) or Transit routes. Flexible extra board role covering multiple route types while offering opportunities to establish more consistent routes based on operational needs
• Pay: 100,000+

Position Details

• Schedule: 4–5-day work week with dispatch between 2:00–6:00 AM; availability required Monday–Saturday. 40-70 hours per week.
• Routes may include Day, Night, Overnight Layover (day cab, stipend & per diem provided) or Transit routes. Flexible extra board role covering multiple route types while offering opportunities to establish more consistent routes based on operational needs
• Pay: 100,000+

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!

The CDL-A Driver is responsible for driving a tractor trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight and drive and drop routes for the purpose of delivering and/or unloading food and food related products to customers 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 perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Job Functions

Major Functional Responsibilities

• Perform all required safety check (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspect tractor/truck and trailer to insure 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 trailer 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 in legible fashion all required paperwork associated with freight. Move tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
• Ensure that tractor, trailer 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 and procedures at end of shift. Unload all equipment, materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Upholds overall safety standards and follows guidelines for the proper handling of freight throughout the delivery process.
• Complies with daily record-keeping and hours of service requirements, adhering to DOT, state, and company policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Required Qualifications

• 1 Year Commercial driving experience
• Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)
• Must be 21 years of age
• Meets PFG Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) requirements for past 3 years
• Pass pre-employment drug test
• Meet PFG FMCSA Clearinghouse Requirements
• Pass road test
• Able to secure new DOT Medical 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
• Must be able to work the assigned schedule required for the position
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• English language proficiency is required

Compensation

Earning potential $100,000 plus