CDL-A Shuttle Driver
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on61, Emerson Street, East Forest Park, Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, 01118, United States
About the Company
PFG Customized Distribution serves some of America's most recognized national chain restaurants, including Cracker Barrel, TGI Friday's, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, and Ruby Tuesday. We provide customized attention and a centralized contact for product lines, menu changes, and account coordination, serving customers across the U.S. and in more than 40 countries.
About the Role
This entry-level driver training role is designed for individuals eager to launch a career performing essential work that supports America's food distribution system. As a Driver Trainee, you will learn to drive a tractor-trailer or straight truck on local, over-the-road, shuttle, and overnight routes to deliver food and food-related products.
You will ride with and assist an experienced driver trainer, absorbing best practices for safe driving, customer interaction, and operational procedures. This position offers a safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect. You will function as a vital team member, ensuring all deliveries are completed safely in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies.
Hiring Process
Candidates must successfully complete the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program. The selection process includes a post-offer drug test and a road test to verify driving competency.
Equal 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 laws.
Work location
Work model: On-site
61, Emerson Street, East Forest Park, Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, 01118, United States
Springfield, Massachusetts
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleComplete PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program
- check_circleRide with and assist driver trainer in executing deliveries
- check_circlePerform pre and post trip safety inspections on tractor and trailer
- check_circleExecute hook and unhook procedures per safety guidelines
- check_circleSecure all equipment and freight appropriately at all times
- check_circleCollect damaged goods and customer returns for return to base
- check_circlePerform general housekeeping duties in tractor and loading dock areas
- check_circleDrive and deliver trailers according to predetermined route schedules
- check_circleComplete daily hours of service logs in accordance with DOT regulations
Requirements
- verifiedHigh School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
- verified0-6 months commercial driving experience
- verifiedValid CDL A
- verifiedMust be 21 years of age
- verifiedClean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years
- verifiedPass post offer drug test
- verifiedPass road test
- verifiedValid current DOT Health Card
Benefits & Perks
check_circleDay 1 Health & Wellness Benefitscheck_circleEmployee Stock Purchase Plancheck_circle401K Employer Matchingcheck_circleEducation AssistancePaid Time Off
