
Job Information
Performance Food Group Lead, Shuttle Driver in Montgomery, Illinois
117635BR
Job Title:
Lead, Shuttle Driver
Location:
Performance Chicago (0785)
Job Description:
This driver role supports and assists transportation leadership by overseeing and providing guidance to assigned driver teams usually at remote shuttle yard locations. Assistance may include but is not limited to managing work schedules, training, solving customer delivery issues, new hire onboarding, performing safety checks and preferred work method observations and other related duties. The Lead Driver drives a tractor trailer or straight truck intrastate and/or interstate on local, over-the-toad (OTR), shuttle, and/or overnight routes to deliver and unload various food and food related products to customers. All routes are expected to be completed safely in accordance with all Company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The driver communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring all services and duties are executed in accordance with preferred work methods and customer service practices. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.
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.
Ensures all required route paperwork is with tractor trailer load and available to driver upon dispatch.
Drives and delivers trailers according to predetermined route schedule.
Performs hook/unhook procedures per safety guidelines.
Parks and stores tractor trailers in designated areas.
Ensures all equipment and freight are appropriately locked and/or always secured.
Collects and secures damaged goods and customer returns in empty trailer to bring back to driver check-in at base facility 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.
Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 7PM - until work is complete.
Req Number:
117635BR
Address Line 1:
5030 Baseline Road
Job Location:
Montgomery, Illinois (IL)
Shift:
2nd Shift
Full Time / Part Time:
Full Time
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 (http://pfgc.com/Policy) ; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster (http://pfgc.com/Poster) and supplement (http://pfgc.com/Supplement) ; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement (http://pfgc.com/PayTransparency) .
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
Required Experience:
1 – 3 Years
•2 years or more commercial driving experience in foodservice distribution or related industry (PFS – b/c they have the driver Trainee)
• Internal candidates must be in good performance standing
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills
• 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 pre-employment drug test
• 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 approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on the location
Division:
Performance Foodservice
Job Category:
Transportation
Preferred Qualifications:
Associates/2-year technical:
Technical school, Associates degree or other certification in learning and development training methods
Preferred Experience:
5 – 7 Years
• Transportation experience specifically in foodservice distribution industry route delivery
• Small group and one-on-one training experience
• Basic/Intermediate computer skills
Previous Lead role
Computer knowledge
Previous shuttle experience
State:
Illinois
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 customers — providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.
Benefits:
Click Here for Benefits Information (https://pfgc.com/Careers.aspx#benefits)
Compensation:
Earning potential $70,000 - $80,000 plus