Driving and Transport Jobs in Albany Oregon
2 positions found
Job Description:
Position Details:- Component pay structure: Average pay $90,000 - $100,000
- Regional Routes (3-5 day layover, extensive travel)
- Schedule: 4-5 days per week; start between 11PM – 3AM
- Sign On Bonus: $10,000, Terms Apply - Any person who has worked for a Performance Food Group (PFG) owned company within the last 6 months is not eligible to receive this incentive.
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
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 CDL-A Driver 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.
Primary Responsibilities:
- 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.
- 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 bring 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 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.
- At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent• 1 Year commercial driving•
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 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location
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.
Awards and Accolades
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.Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry?
US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.
We are looking for Class A Driverswho are flexible and and open to making multi-yard trips to get route started. These Drivers relish the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS® family. This would require commute/travel to various assigned yards located in Oregon to get the routes started. [commute/travel times may vary]
We help YOU make it! Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law.
The expected base rate for this role is between $30.31 and $33.68 per hour.
As applicable, this role will also receive: overtime compensation.
SCHEDULE : Early morning start times
Start times may vary based on route assignment
Start times range between 1am - 6am
Monday - Saturday availability
Average work week is 4 or 5 days
Route assignments are covering multiple yards located in Oregon
Routes may alternate on a weekly basis
Schedules may include weekends
EXCELLENT BENEFITS: Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.
MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT
HOTEL PAID PER ROUTE ASSIGNMENT NEEDS
MEAL ALLOWANCE / PER DIEM
Main Ingredients of the Job
As a US FOODS® Delivery Driver, you will be critical to the US FOODS® team and one of the important faces of our organization. As a Delivery Driver, you will have an impact on our customers by delivering our meats, produce, frozen goods, groceries, dry goods, equipment, and supplies to their drop-off sites. Your efforts are the foundation that defines US FOODS® success based on our pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service.
Deliver best-in-class Customer Service.
Deliver customers’ orders to meet scheduled delivery times and keep productivity.
Unload products with a hand truck and place items in the customer storage area.
Able to perform repeated, manual heavy lifting of items up to 80 pounds.
Make frequent stops during a work shift.
Deliver product in inclement weather conditions.
Verify delivery of items with customers.
Collect money (cash or checks) where needed.
US FOODS® has a lot to offer:
Local routes (some overnights required)
Work Schedule is starting in the early morning until finished.
US FOODS® is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded.
We are committed to compensation, and benefits that respect, and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work.
Paid Training AND Paid Overtime
Service recognition and employee rewards
Excellent Leadership
What you bring to the table
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must have valid CDL Class A issued by the state of legal residence with necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
Valid U.S. driver’s license issued by the state of legal residence with proper endorsements if required
No more than two convictions in the past two-year period for traffic violations, no DUI convictions in the past three years, no driver’s license suspensions in the past three years.
Minimum of six months of commercial driving experience (any industry) OR three months of driving experience in the food and beverage delivery industry required.
Must be able to pass DOT physical.
Great delivery truck drivers are crucial to the US Foods® team and one of the important faces of our organization. Our truck drivers strive for integrity and reliability while building trusting relationships with customers. JOIN OUR TRANSPORTATION TEAM!
Please check out our job preview video: "A Day in the Life" Delivery Truck Driver *Registering to the FMCSA Clearinghouse is a requirement by the Department of Transportation. All Drivers are required to the Clearinghouse website and register to the new database. The Clearinghouse is a secure online database that provides real-time information about commercial driver’s license (CDL) and commercial learner’s permit (CLP) holders’ drug and alcohol program violations. If you have not registered to the FMCSA database, please note registration is required. Please visit and click GO to login. If you are able to log into login, but are having trouble with the Clearinghouse registration, see “Clearinghouse Help” field on the clearinghouse page.#LI-JU1
