Yard Driver, Non-CDL

Performance Food Group (New); Tennessee; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A leading food distribution company in Tennessee is seeking a Yard Driver to ensure the safe transport of trailers on company property. The role requires at least 6 months of driving experience and a valid non-commercial driver's license. Responsibilities include moving trailers, performing safety inspections, and completing necessary documentation. The position offers competitive pay and benefits including day 1 health coverage and 401K matching.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of driving experience.
• Valid non-commercial driver’s license required.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and moves trailers safely according to DOT regulations.
• Transports tractors and trailers to offsite maintenance and inspection facilities.
• Secure trucks, trailers, and equipment and complete required documentation.

Skills

Driving experience

Safety compliance

Customer interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Onboard computer systems

Job description

Job Description

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.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent)
• At least 6 months of driving experience (internal candidates with less than 6 months may be considered based on excellent performance in the driver training program)
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of warehouse distribution industry experience.
• Experience with onboard computer and electronic log systems (e.g., PeopleNet).
• Pass road test.

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. The "EEO is the Law" poster, supplemental materials, and Pay Transparency Policy Statement are available for review.