CDL Class A Truck Driver Job at PFG Customized, Kendallville, IN

VnZkalZVZXhFd00rNHZPbGdaZko4OTMxNmc9PQ==
  • PFG Customized
  • Kendallville, IN

Job Description

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.

Job Description

Position Details:
  • $89,000 annual salary max
  • 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, Formula CDL-A is responsible for driving a tractor trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight and drive and drop routes for the purpose of delivering and/or unloading food and food related products to customers in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • 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.
  • Performs all required safety checks (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspects tractor/truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed.
  • Reports all safety issues and/or repairs required.
  • Follows all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies.
  • Immediately reports all safety hazards. Inspects trailer for properly loaded and secured freight.
  • Performs count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded.
  • Checks and completes in an accurate and in legible fashion all required paperwork associated with freight.
  • Moves 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, transports items into designated customer storage areas.
  • Performs damage control checks on items, scans, and contact 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 on to trailer and secures trailer doors.
  • Ensures that tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or always secured.
  • 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.
  • At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Valid CDL-A 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

Attains or has valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card

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

Onboard computer and electronic log system experience (i.e., PeopleNet)

Hand-held point of delivery scanning system experience (i.e., POD)

Customer service-related work experience

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 .

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift,

Similar Jobs

Acosta, Inc.

Retail Merchandiser - Sam's Club Job at Acosta, Inc.

 ...Retail Merchandiser - Sam's Club Lehighton , Pennsylvania Retail Merchandiser - Sam's Club **Job Description****Overview:** As a Retail Merchandiser for Sams club you will primarily provide retail sales merchandising coverage, proper implementation of current plan... 

Directors Investment Group

Sales Professional (Funeral) - NEW BRAUNFELS, TX Job at Directors Investment Group

 ...years to come? If you are looking for more work-life balance and are interested in starting a new, fulfilling career as a prepaid funeral sales professional, this is the opportunity you have been looking for. As a FUNERAL PREPLANNING SPECIALIST , you will meet... 

WTW

Early Careers: CRB Graduate Development Program - Insurance Solutions Underwriter- Summer 2025 - New York Job at WTW

 ...dive within their respective business area. Insurance Solutions Overview Verita is an independent managing general underwriter (MGU) that specializes in underwriting and...  ...Pension Plan and Savings Plan (401k). All Level 38 and more senior roles may also be eligible... 

Spy Ego Media

Project Coordinator Job at Spy Ego Media

 ...Job Description Job Description Salary: $65k - $85k / year Job Title: Project Coordinator (Remote position from Montana only - Travel is Required) About Us: Whether our customers need Cybersecurity Engineering & Architecture, Communications Infrastructure... 

Johnston Community College

FT Security Guard Job at Johnston Community College

 ...-09092024 Department: Campus Police & Security Opening Date: 09/16/2024 Closing Date...  ...a flexible schedule if needed, including nights, weekends, holidays and on call after...  ...enforcement officer or One (1) year of security guard experience Additional Information...