Driver, Hourly CDL-A Job at Performance Foodservice in Sioux Falls

Company Description

Start-to-finish manufacturing, packing, and distribution of best-in-class, grab-and-go items to drive growth to a customer's bottom line - this is the dynamic and delicious world of Mountain Manufacturing. With the latest array of in-house manufactured food, snack, and beverage offerings, customers can choose products from a family of name brands or create their own custom-made, private label products to stand out in the market.

Job Description

OLM Food Solutions is taking applications for full time CDL-A drivers. In addition to our regular benefit package, our CDL-A drivers receive:

* $2,500 yearly safety bonus

* $7,500 sign on bonus

* 4-day work week (no weekends!)

* $35 Daily per diems provided when over the road (position will require 2-3 nights out on the road)

* Unlimited referral bonuses -- $3,000 for each qualified driver referred & hired by OLM

* Paid training

* PrePass

* Automatic, Late model Freightliner Day Cabs and Sleeper Trucks

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.

At OLM Food Solutions we strive to hire talented people who can think outside of the box, lead and create. Our culture is not typical or ordinary, and we aim to keep it that way. At OLM Food Solutions, we believe in providing a rich working environment, one filled with challenge that pushes us to innovate in ways that captures the imagination. Our culture is about fun, meaningful work, and a true sense of community.

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, Hourly CDL-A is responsible for driving a tractor trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight and drive and drop routes for the purpose of delivering and/or unloading food and food related products to customers in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. 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:

* Performs all required safety checks (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspects tractor/truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed. Reports 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 completes 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, transports items into designated customer storage areas.

* Performs damage control checks on items, scans, and contact 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 secures trailer doors. Ensures that tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or always secured.

* Unloads damaged goods and customer returns and brings 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 enters 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. At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

6+ months commercial driving experience

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 10 to 50 pounds, depending on the location

Preferred Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

1+ years foodservice distribution industry experience

Onboard computer and electronic log system experience (i.e., PeopleNet)

Customer service-related work experience

EEO Statement

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.