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Entry Level Driver Trainee
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Entry Level Driver Trainee | PFG
The Tone:
This is an early career role at PFG, a company dedicated to America’s food distribution system. In this position, you will be trained to safely and professionally deliver various food and food-related products to customers. The role is essential to maintaining the flow of goods across local and over-the-road routes, supporting a critical supply chain. PFG fosters a safe and inclusive environment that values employee contributions through rewards, recognition, and respect.
The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Pay: $250 daily
• Mission: Learn to drive a tractor trailer or straight truck to deliver and unload food products safely to customers.
What You’ll Actually Do
• Successfully complete the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee program, maintaining all required training documentation.
• Conduct thorough pre- and post-trip safety inspections of the tractor, truck, and trailer according to DOT regulations.
• Drive predetermined routes to deliver and unload food products to designated customer storage areas.
• Maintain accurate daily records of hours of service and complete all required paperwork associated with freight and deliveries.
• Interact professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers, ensuring services and duties align with preferred work methods.
The Must-Haves
• Background: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent, entry level driver training, and the ability to attain a CDL Permit and DOT Health Card.
• Experience: 0-12 months of commercial driving experience, a valid CDL A, a clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years, and must be at least 21 years of age.
• Skills: Ability to hand-lift and utilize equipment to move and stack product cases/freight ranging from approximately 60 to 90 pounds throughout the shift, pass a post-offer drug test, pass a road test, and possess a valid current DOT Health Card.
• Bonus: Internal PFG Candidates must have 1 year of service in good standing as outlined in the PFG Entry Level Driver Trainee or Dock to Driver Training Program.
