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Yard Driver (CDL-A - Mid-Shift)

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Job Location drjobs

Knoxville, TN - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

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 Americas food distribution system
  • Safe and inclusive working environment including culture of rewards recognition and respect
Position Summary:

Monday Friday 11:00 AM 7:00 PM

The Yard Driver is responsible for moving tractor trailers to/from the loading docks and parking loaded or empty trailers in designated areas. The Yard Driver will transport tractor trailers to offsite maintenance and/or inspection facilities requiring local city driving. All driving is expected to be completed safely in accordance with all Company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Responsible for fueling moving and parking tractors and trailers to the docks and parking the loaded or empty trailers in the designated areas. Requires attention to safety and cautious driving in the facility parking lot. The Yard Driver communicates and interacts with coworkers and vendors 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.

Position Responsibilities:
  • Perform 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 insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed. Report all safety issues and/or repairs required.
  • Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies. Immediately report any and all safety hazards.
  • Safely move trailers to/from loading docks and to/from designated parking area.
  • Handle and return all necessary paperwork related to offsite maintenance and/or inspection facility interactions.
  • Ensure that tractor trailer and freight are appropriately locked and/or secured at all times.
  • Perform 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.

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.

Required Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

612 months of tractor trailer experience

Internal candidates may be promoted with less than 6 months experience with good performance record and in accordance with driver training program requirements where applicable

Must be able to work the scheduled assigned times and required overtime for the position.

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 preemployment drug test

Pass road test

Valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card

Preferred Qualifications
1 years commercial yard driving experience

Foodservice distribution industry experience

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


Performance Foodservice PFGs broadline distributor maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers including independent restaurants and hotels healthcare facilities schools and quickservice 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.

Employment Type

Part-Time

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