Delivery Driver Trainee

**Job Attributes**

Job ID 53501BR

Category Transportation

Shift 1st Shift

Job Type Full Time

Location TX Abilene

Operating Company Performance Temple

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**Delivery Driver Trainee**

TX Abilene Position Requirements * Internal candidates will attend and successfully complete the PFG Driver Trainee Dock to Driver Training Program as required.

* 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 needed.

* Perform count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded. Check and complete in an accurate and in legible fashion all the required paperwork associated with freight. Move tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.

* Rides-with, assists with deliveries as required. Drive to and deliver customer orders according to a predetermined route and delivery schedule.

* Unload products from the trailer transport items into designated customer storage areas. Perform damage control checks on items and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policy. Verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures. Collect money (cash or checks) where required. Load customer returns on to trailer and secure trailer doors.

* Unload damaged goods and customer returns at the driver check-in dock and complete necessary paperwork. Unload pallets, insulated blankets, Power Walker / Hand carts 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 post trip safety check on the vehicle, secure tractor and trailer and / or Red Tag for repair or maintenance as needed. Perform general housekeeping duties in cab, 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.

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements Required Qualifications: High school diploma/GED or state approved equivalent

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

Internal applicants must meet requirements outlined in the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program Required Experience: Internal applicants: 1 year of service in good standing, attain CDL Permit and DOT Health Card

Entry Level applicants: 0-6 months with a CDL As part of Performance Food Group, Performance Foodservice offers the benefits of working for a nationwide company, while maintaining a local, family feel. As a leader in the foodservice industry, we provide passionate, hard-working associates with opportunities to grow their careers while helping the restaurants we love build their dreams. Our 10,000+ associates procure, sell, and deliver more than 125,000 different food and food-related products to restaurants throughout the country. We are inspired by food, invested in relationships, and offer an environment where you can thrive.