Hire to Train Class A Driver

Performance Foodservice; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Foodservice is seeking a Hire to Train Class A Driver to support its delivery operations. In this entry-level role, candidates will start as Driver Assistants, ensuring the safe and timely delivery of products. After a training period of 3 months, successful candidates will transition into a Class A CDL program.

Benefits

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Must be able to secure a valid DOT health card.
• Clean MVR and pass drug/background checks.
• Ability to obtain a CDL permit.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with deliveries and safety checks.
• Training to obtain Class A CDL after 3 months.
• Performing vehicle checks and maintaining logs.

Skills

Flexibility

Customer interaction

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Job description

Join to apply for the Hire to Train Class A Driver role at Performance Foodservice.

Qualified applicants will be trained as a Driver Assistant and will be required to successfully perform in that role for a minimum of 3 months prior to being enrolled in a Class A CDL program.

Benefits include competitive pay, Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and more.

This role offers growth opportunities supporting America’s food distribution system in a safe and inclusive environment that promotes rewards, recognition, and respect.

Job Description

We deliver the goods: Qualified applicants will be trained as a Driver Assistant and will perform that role for at least 3 months before enrolling in a CDL program. The position involves learning freight hauling and operating tractor trailers, assisting driver trainers, and maintaining safety and compliance standards.

Position Purpose

Delivery drivers are vital to the food supply chain, ensuring timely and safe delivery of products while building customer relationships. This entry-level role involves assisting with deliveries, safety checks, and gaining experience in trucking operations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Performing Driver Assistant duties, obtaining a CDL permit within 3 months, and cross-training in warehouse and sales.
• Training to obtain Class A CDL and completing required programs.
• Assisting with deliveries, safety inspections, documentation, and customer interactions.
• Adhering to DOT regulations and company safety policies.
• Performing vehicle checks, loading/unloading, and maintaining logs.
• Completing other duties as assigned.

*After 3 months, candidates will be enrolled in an accredited CDL class and remain employed as Driver Assistants until licensed.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• For internal candidates: 6 months of good standing service and ability to attain CDL permit and DOT health card.
• For external hires: 0-6 months of CDL permit experience or valid driver’s license with ability to obtain permit.
• Clean MVR, pass drug and background checks, and road test.
• Valid DOT health card or ability to secure one.
• Flexible hours during training.

Compensation

$20.00 per hour.