Job Title Driver Job Description This driver role is responsible for driving a tractor trailer or straight truck intrastate and/or interstate on local, over-the-road (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.nnPerform 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 they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed. Report all safety issues and/or repairs required.nFollow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies. Immediately report any and all safety hazards.nInspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight. Perform count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded. Check and in an accurate and in legible all required paper work associated with freight.nDrive to and deliver customer orders according to predetermined route delivery schedule.nUnload products from the trailer, transport items into designated customer storage areas. Perform damage control checks on items, scanning and contact supervisor about removing orders according to company policy. Verify delivery of items with customer and obtain proper signatures. ( or checks) where required. Load customer returns on to trailer and secure trailer doors.nEnsure that tractor, trailer and freight are appropriately locked and/or secured at all times.nUnload damaged goods and customer returns and bring to the driver check-in and necessary paperwork. Unload all equipment, materials and remove trash from trailers as required.nPerform general duties in tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required.nPerforms other related duties as assigned.nnAddress Line 1 543 12th Street Drive NW Job Location Hickory, North Carolina (NC) Shift 1st Shift Full Time / Part Time Full Time EEO Statement 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. Division Performance Foodservice Job Category Operations Preferred Qualifications * 1+ years of commercial driving experience * Foodservice distribution industry experience * Onboard computer and electronic log system experience (i.e. PeopleNet) * Hand-held point of delivery scanning system experience (i.e. POD) * Customer service related work experience State North Carolina 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. 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 protect d by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.