Driver Trainee

Driver Trainee at PFG

The driver trainee role involves learning to operate tractor trailers while assisting a designated driver trainer in delivering food products to customers. Responsibilities include performing safety checks, following DOT regulations, and ensuring timely delivery of orders while maintaining accurate paperwork. This entry-level position offers flexible schedules and growth opportunities within the food distribution industry.

Job Description:

Position Details:

• $20 hourly
• Flexible schedules available

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. The driver trainee is an entry-level driver training role. Associates in this role will learn and/or gain experience in hauling freight and operating tractor trailers while assisting designated driver trainers with their deliveries and routes. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors, and coworkers professionally, ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company. Responsibilities may include, but not be limited to:

• Successfully completes the Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program as required.
• Rides-with and assists the driver trainer in executing deliveries as required.
• Performs 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 ensure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed.
• Report all safety issues and/or repairs required.
• Follows all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies.
• Immediately reports all safety hazards.
• Inspects the trailer for properly loaded and secured freight. Performs count check of items and checks customer invoices of products that have been loaded.
• Checks and complete in an accurate and legible fashion all required paperwork associated with freight.
• Moves the tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
• Drives to and delivers customer orders according to predetermined route delivery schedule. Unloads products from the trailer, transport items into designated customer storage areas.
• Performs damage control checks on items, scans, and contacts supervisor about removing orders according to company policy. Verifies delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures.
• Collects money (cash or checks) where required. Loads customer returns onto the trailer and secure trailer doors. Unloads damaged goods and customer returns and bring to the driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork.
• Unloads all equipment, materials, and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Completes daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Performs general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area, and keep trailers clear and clean as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Qualification:

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Internal Candidates: 1 year of service in good standing as outlined in the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program, able to attain CDL Permit and DOT Health Card External Entry Level Hire: 0-6 months with a Valid CDL Permit Must be 21 years of age 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 Valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card

Company description

PFG Customized Distribution meets the special 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 Distribution serves customers across the United States and in more than 40 countries.

Awards and Accolades

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the

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