Truck Driver Trainee CDL A
Location: Burlington
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description: Position Details: Drivers average $104,000
annually Schedule/Hours: Monday - Friday/ Start time around
3am-430am. End time vary, 10-12hr shifts $5,000 Sign-on Bonus! 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 Trainee is an entry level driver training
role. Associates in this role will learn and/or gain experience in
hauling freight and operating tractor trailers while assisting
designated driver trainers with their deliveries and routes.
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. Responsibilities may include, but not limited
to: Successfully completes Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to
Driver Training Program as required. Rides-with and assists driver
trainer in executing deliveries as required. Performs 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 insure they
meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as
needed. Report 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 complete 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, transport
items into designated customer storage areas. Performs damage
control checks on items, scans, and contacts 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 secure trailer doors. 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. Performs other related duties as assigned. Click Here for
a Job Preview Qualification: Internal Candidates: 1 year of service
in good standing as outlined in the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee
or Dock to Driver Training Program, able to attain CDL Permit and
DOT Health Card • 0-12 months CDL A Commercial Driving experience •
High school diploma/GED or state approved equivalent • Valid CDL A
• Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where
applicable) • Must be 21 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 location Company description Performance 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 each customer, providing advice on
improving operations, menu development, product selection and
operational strategies. The Performance Foodservice team delivers
delicious food, but also goes above and beyond to help independent
restaurant owners achieve their dreams. Awards and Accolades
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 .
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