Class A CDL Line Haul Driver

Competitive Pay & Benefits Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and many 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. Compensation & Schedule Starting wages $72K–$78K (includes hourly base pay and overtime) in a 4‑day work week (Monday–Thursday). 3‑day weekends. Home daily. Route: Sedalia, Mo to Carroll, Ia and back to Sedalia, Mo pulling a 53‑foot reefer trailer; daily start time between 11 am‑2 pm. 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! Primary Responsibilities The Driver – Hourly 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 our depot and distribution center in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Communicates and interacts with 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 performs any duty assigned to best serve the company. Responsibilities (may include, but not limited to) 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 ensure 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 all safety hazards. Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight. Check and complete in an accurate and legible fashion all required paperwork associated with freight. Move tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed. Perform damage‑control checks on items, scan, and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policy. Load customer returns onto trailer and secure trailer doors. Ensure that tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or always secured. 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. Complete daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements. Perform 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. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent, 6+ months commercial driving experience. 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Performance Food Group provides equal employment opportunity 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr