Entry Level CDL A Delivery Driver

About the Role

This is an entry-level driver training role responsible for learning to drive a tractor-trailer or straight truck and delivering/unloading food products.

Position Details

• Mix of local & overnight routes
• $22.00 per hour during 11-week training program
• $75,000 - $100,000 after training

Key Responsibilities

• Attend and successfully complete the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program.
• Complete all required training documentation.
• Ride with and assist a driver trainer in executing deliveries.
• Follow all instructions and directions from the driver trainer.
• Perform required safety checks, including pre/post-trip inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
• Inspect tractor/truck and trailer to ensure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action.
• Report all safety issues and/or required repairs.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies.
• Immediately report any safety hazards.
• Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight.
• Perform count checks of items and verify customer invoices of loaded products.
• Accurately and legibly complete all required paperwork associated with freight.
• Move tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer.
• Drive to and deliver customer orders according to a predetermined route delivery schedule.
• Unload products from the trailer and transport items into designated customer storage areas.
• Perform damage control checks on items, scan, and contact a supervisor about removing orders per company policy.
• Verify delivery of items with the customer and obtain proper signatures.
• Collect money (cash or checks) where required.
• Load customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors.
• Ensure tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or secured at all times.
• Unload damaged goods and customer returns, bring them to the driver check-in, and complete necessary paperwork.
• Unload all equipment, materials, and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Complete daily records of hours of service and enter logs in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in the tractor, loading dock area, and keep trailers clear and clean.
• Secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• Valid CDL A (for external entry-level hires)
• Must be 21 years of age
• Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years
• Pass a post-offer drug test
• Pass a road test
• Attain or possess a valid current DOT Health Card
• Ability to hand-lift and utilize a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight of varying size and weight throughout the shift (product generally ranges from approximately 60 to 90 pounds).

Qualifications

• Internal PFG Candidates: 1 year of service in good standing, able to attain CDL Permit and DOT Health Card.
• External Entry Level Hire: 0-6 months experience with a Valid CDL A.