Yard Driver, Non-CDL

Performance Food Group (New); Kendallville (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group (New) is seeking a Yard Driver, Non-CDL in Kendallville, Indiana. The role focuses on transporting tractor trailers, performing inspections, and adhering to safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and skills to maneuver trailers safely.

Responsibilities include fueling, moving, and documenting trailers. This position offers competitive pay at $20.00 per hour, along with comprehensive health benefits and opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent.
• Must have skills to maneuver 48' trailers safely.
• Valid non-commercial driver's license.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and moves trailers safely following all DOT regulations.
• Fuels, moves, and parks tractors and trailers to the docks.
• Transports tractor trailers to offsite maintenance and/or inspection facilities.

Skills

Maneuvering 48' trailers

Local city driving

Communication skills

Safe driving practices

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Company Description

PFG Customized Distribution meets the unique needs of some of America's most recognized national chain restaurants, including Cracker Barrel, TGI Friday's, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, and Ruby Tuesday. Providing customized attention and a centralized contact for product lines, menu changes, and account coordination, PFG Customized serves customers across the U.S. and in more than 40 countries.

Job Description

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday; 12pm - finish. Pay: 20.00 per hour.

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! As a Yard Driver, Non-CDL, you will play a vital role in the operation of our business by transporting tractor trailers on Operating Company property, including loading docks and designated parking areas, and to offsite maintenance or inspection facilities.

The Yard Driver, Non-CDL is responsible for moving tractor trailers to/from the loading docks and parking loaded or empty trailers in designated areas 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections and moves trailers safely following all DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies.
• Fuels, moves, and parks tractors and trailers to the docks.
• Transports tractor trailers to offsite maintenance and/or inspection facilities; requires local city driving.
• Secures trucks, trailers, and equipment always. Completes all required documentation.
• Load 48' semi-trailer using PMHE.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• Must have skills to maneuver 48' trailers safely.
• Must be able to work the scheduled, assigned times and required overtime for the position.
• Valid non-commercial driver's license
• Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years
• Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
• Pass road test
• 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 between 10-35 pounds and up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location

Preferred qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• 1+ years Foodservice distribution industry experience
• Previous experience as a commercial driver or yard driver preferred.
• Onboard computer and electronic log system experience (i.e., PeopleNet)

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.