CDL Delivery Driver Apprentice

Performance Food Group • Rock Island, IL

430d • Onsite

About The Position

The CDL Delivery Driver Apprentice position at Performance Food Group offers a unique opportunity to earn while you learn, as the company will pay for your Class A CDL training alongside paid field training. This role is designed for individuals looking to start a career in the foodservice industry, providing essential skills and experience in delivery operations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Has or able to attain CDL permit and a desire to advance to a Delivery Driver position once fully trained.
• Attain Class A CDL license within 6 months of hiring.
• Must meet the medical standards of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
• Acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Able to hand-lift and utilize two-wheeler, 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 90 pounds on occasion.
• Ability to be out on route 2-3 nights at a time.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and some holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Previous food warehousing or general warehousing experience
• Previous delivery experience

Responsibilities

• Attend a company paid driver training course in order to attain a Class A CDL.
• Assist the Delivery Driver in the safe and accurate delivery of foodservice products to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
• Properly unload frozen, chilled, and dry food products to assure safety & minimal risk of damage to cargo & danger to people.
• Accurately identify product to ensure the correct product, in satisfactory condition, is located on the trailer/truck and unloaded at customer locations.
• Maintain effective communication and respond to management and others in regards to delivery information in a timely manner.
• Complete required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain a professional and effective relationship between the company and the customer.
• Run daily or overnight routes up to three nights.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance on day one!
• Paid Time Off Package
• 401K with company contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Safety incentives
• Employee discounts
• Referral programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED