Driver Apprenticeship

Job Description:Looking to earn a Class A CDL paid for by your employer? Look no more- This position is exactly that! It is designed for someone looking to obtain their Class A CDL!  The best part is, we pay for your Truck Driving School!  **Must sign and fulfill a 2-year contract.  Breach of contract will result in candidate reimbursing for school tuition.**Perform “pre-trip safety check” inspection of truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspect cab and trailer to insure they meet company quality standards and take appropriate action as neededPerform count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loadedCheck and complete in an accurate and in legible fashion all the required paperwork associated with freightMove tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as neededDrive to and deliver customer orders according to a predetermined routeHandles deliveries of urgent orders due to mispicks and other service related issues typically using small straight truck and/or vanUnload products from the trailer transport items into designated customer storage areasPerform damage control checks on items and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policyVerify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signaturesCollect money (cash or checks) where requiredLoad customer returns on to trailer and secure trailer doorsUnload damaged goods and customer returns at the driver check-in dock and complete necessary paperworkUnload pallets, insulated blankets, Power Walker / Hand carts and remove trash from trailers as requiredComplete daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state and company requirementsPerform “post trip safety check” on the vehicle, secure tractor and trailer and / or “Red Tag” for repair or maintenance as neededPerform general housekeeping duties in cab, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as requiredAt the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperworkPerforms other related duties as assigned Qualifications:• High school diploma/GED or state approved equivalent• Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)• Must be at least 18 years of age• 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• 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 locationCompany 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 customers — providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.Awards and AccoladesPerformance 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.

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