Regional Delivery Driver

Performance Food Group (New); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits Day 1

401K with employer match

Education assistance

Paid time off

Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Performance Food Group is seeking CDL-A delivery drivers to service regional routes and deliver food and related products to customers with a strong emphasis on safety and on-time performance. You will operate tractor-trailer or straight trucks, navigate intrastate and interstate routes, and maintain professional communication with customers and co-workers.

The role requires 21+ years old, clean MVR, and the ability to pass pre-employment drug screening.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.
• Must be 21+ and able to pass pre-employment drug test.
• Meets MVR and FMCSA Clearinghouse requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre/post trip safety checks per DOT regulations; report issues.
• Follow DOT regulations and safe driving guidelines; report hazards.
• Inspect trailer for proper load; verify invoices and complete paperwork; dock loading as needed.
• Ensure secure freight; unload damaged goods and complete paperwork; remove trash.
• Maintain daily logs and hours-of-service per DOT and company policies.
• Uphold safety standards and safe handling of freight throughout delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with policies.

Skills

CDL-A license

Customer service

Safety awareness

Team player

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

PeopleNet

POD scanner

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 and helps independent restaurant owners achieve their goals.

Job Description

Position Details:

• Component pay structure: Average pay $90,000 - $100,000
• Regional Routes (1-3 day layover)
• Schedule: 4-5 days per week; start between 11PM - 3AM (5 weeks paid training / Portland)
• Sign On Bonus: $10,000 (terms apply) - Any person who has worked for a Performance Food Group (PFG) owned company within the last 24 months is not eligible to receive this incentive.

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 more.
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system.
• Safe and inclusive working environment, with a 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 ensure customers' products arrive on time and in good condition, and they are the face of our company — building lasting relationships with customers.

The CDL-A Driver is responsible for driving a tractor trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road routes, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes to deliver and unload food and related products to customers in a safe and timely manner in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Communicates professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers. Functions as a team member and performs duties to best serve the company.

Job Functions — Major Functional Responsibilities

• Perform all required safety checks (pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations; report safety issues and/or repairs required.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines; immediately report safety hazards.
• Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight; perform count checks; verify customer invoices; complete required paperwork; move tractor to loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
• Ensure tractor, trailer, and freight are secured at all times; unload damaged goods and returns and complete necessary paperwork; remove trash from trailers as required.
• Comply with daily record-keeping and hours of service requirements per DOT, state, and company policies.
• Uphold safety standards and proper handling of freight throughout the delivery process.
• Performs other duties as assigned and complies with all policies and standards.

Benefits

Benefits information is available upon request.

Qualifications

Required Education:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required

Work Experience:

• 6 months to 1 year commercial driving experience
• Foodservice distribution industry experience
• Onboard computer and electronic log system experience (e.g., PeopleNet)
• Hand-held point of delivery scanning system experience (e.g., POD)
• Customer service-related work experience
• Meet all state licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)
• Must be 21 years of age
• Meets PFG Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) requirements for past 3 years
• Pass pre-employment drug test
• Meets PFG FMCSA Clearinghouse Requirements
• Pass road test
• Able to secure new DOT Medical Card
• Able to hand-lift and utilize equipment to move and stack product cases/freight (generally 60-90 pounds)
• Must be able to work the assigned schedule
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English; English language proficiency required

Preferred qualifications

• 1+ year touch freight driving experience
• Onboard computer and electronic log system experience (e.g., PeopleNet)
• Hand-held point of delivery scanning system experience (e.g., POD)
• Customer service-related work experience

EEO Statement

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristics. Additional resources: EEO Policy, EEO is the Law poster and supplement, and Pay Transparency Policy Statement are available upon request.