Truck Driver — Essex Junction, VT at Performance

About the Team

Performance Foodservice, a broadline distributor within Performance Food Group, maintains unique relationships with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. Our team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and experts builds close relationships with customers by providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. We deliver delicious food but also go above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

About the Role

Food and food service delivery drivers fulfill a critical role in the country's food supply chain. You are not just ensuring that customers' products arrive at their destination at the arranged times and in good condition; you are the face of our company, building lasting relationships with our customers.

As a CDL-A Driver, you will drive a tractor-trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop routes. Your mission is to deliver and/or unload food and food-related products to customers in a safe and timely manner, strictly in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. You will perform essential work to support America's food distribution system in a safe and inclusive working environment that fosters a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

Hiring Process

We welcome walk-ins Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Application submission assistance and on-the-spot interviews are available during these hours.

Equal Opportunity

Performance Food Group and its subsidiaries provide 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.

Work location

Work model: On-site

3, Maple Street, Essex Junction, Chittenden County, Vermont, 05452, United States

Essex Junction, Vermont

Key Responsibilities

check_circleUnload products from trailer and transport items to designated customer storage areas
check_circlePerform damage control checks and scan items according to company policy
check_circleDrive tractor trailer or straight truck to deliver food products safely and on time
check_circleCollect cash or checks and load customer returns onto the trailer
check_circleVerify delivery of items with customers and obtain proper signatures
check_circleMaintain general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock, and trailers
check_circleCommunicate professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers
check_circleComplete all required paperwork including freight logs and hours of service records
check_circleReport safety issues, hazards, and required repairs immediately
check_circlePerform pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections of tractor, truck, and trailer

Requirements

verifiedHigh School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
verified12+ months commercial driving experience
verifiedValid CDL-A
verified21+ years of age
verifiedClean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years
verifiedPass post offer drug test and criminal background check
verifiedPass road test
verifiedValid current DOT Health Card
verifiedAble to hand-lift 10-90 pounds

Benefits & Perks

check_circleDay 1 Health & Wellness Benefitscheck_circleEmployee Stock Purchase Plancheck_circle401K Employer Matchingcheck_circleEducation AssistancePaid Time Off

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: CDL-A, Dot Health Card, Tractor Trailer, Straight Truck, Lift Gate, Two-Wheeler.

Education: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent.

Frequently asked questions about Truck Driver CDL A at Performance Foodservice

What does a Truck Driver CDL A at Performance Foodservice do?expand_more

In this Truck Driver CDL A at Performance Foodservice role, you will unload products from trailer and transport items to designated customer storage areas; perform damage control checks and scan items according to company policy; drive tractor trailer or straight truck to deliver food products safely and on time; and collect cash or checks and load customer returns onto the trailer.

What are the requirements for this Truck Driver CDL A role?expand_more

To qualify for the Truck Driver CDL A at Performance Foodservice position, applicants should have: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent; 12+ months commercial driving experience; Valid CDL-A; 21+ years of age; Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years; and Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check.

Where is the Truck Driver CDL A role at Performance Foodservice located?expand_more

Truck Driver CDL A at Performance Foodservice is based in 3, Maple Street, Essex Junction, Chittenden County, Vermont, 05452, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Truck Driver CDL A job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

Performance Foodservice has listed this Truck Driver CDL A role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Truck Driver CDL A role?expand_more

Truck Driver CDL A at Performance Foodservice typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

What skills do you need for the Truck Driver CDL A role at Performance Foodservice?expand_more

Key skills for Truck Driver CDL A at Performance Foodservice include CDL-A; Dot Health Card; Tractor Trailer; Straight Truck; Lift Gate; and Two-Wheeler.

What education is required for Truck Driver CDL A at Performance Foodservice?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent.

What category does the Truck Driver CDL A role belong to?expand_more

Truck Driver CDL A at Performance Foodservice is part of the logistics & warehouse job category on Recrutus.

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