Driver Formula CDL-A - OTR

ApplyJob ID : 115864BRType : OperationsPrimary Location : Newberry, South CarolinaDate Posted : 02 / 20 / 2025Job Details : Company DescriptionPerformance 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 each customer, providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection and operational strategies. The Performance Foodservice team delivers delicious food, but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.Job DescriptionThis driver role is responsible for driving a tractor trailer or straight truck intrastate and / or interstate on local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and / or overnight routes to deliver and unload various food and food related products to customers. All routes are expected to be completed safely in accordance with all Company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The driver communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring all services and duties are executed in accordance with preferred work methods and customer service practices.Perform all required safety checks (i.e. pre / post trip) including inspections of tractor / truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspect tractor / truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed. Report all safety issues and / or repairs required.Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies. Immediately report any and all safety hazards.Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight. Perform count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded. Check and complete in an accurate and in legible fashion all required paper work associated with freight.Drive to and deliver customer orders according to predetermined route delivery schedule.Unload products from the trailer, transport items into designated customer storage areas. Perform damage control checks on items, scanning and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policy. Verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures. Collect money (cash or checks) where required. Load customer returns on to trailer and secure trailer doors.Ensure that tractor, trailer and freight are appropriately locked and / or secured at all times.Unload damaged goods and customer returns and bring to the driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork. Unload all equipment, materials and remove trash from trailers as required.Perform general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required.Perform other related duties as assigned.Required QualificationsHigh School Diploma / GED or Equivalent 12 months commercial driving experienceValid CDL AMust be 21 years of ageMeet all State licensing and / or certification requirements (where applicable)Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 yearsPass pre-employment drug testPass road testValid current DOT Health Card and / or able to secure new DOT Health CardPreferred Qualifications5 Years1 years commercial driving experienceFoodservice distribution industry experienceOnboard computer and electronic log system experience (i.e. PeopleNet, Omnitrax)Hand-held point of delivery scanning system experience (i.e. POD)EEO StatementPerformance 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.Apply