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137362BR
Operations
Full Time
New Orleans, LA
Performance Foodservice New Orleans (0577)
$27.43/hour
February 03, 2026
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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.

Job Description:

Postion Details:
  • Schedule Sunday - Thursday
  • 5pm until finished
  • $27.43/hour
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
A Brief Overview
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!
What you will do
  • Flexible driver position when routes do not have coverage, so routes do not need to be cut. May link to a domicile yard versus OpCo location.
  • Perform all required safety check (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.
  • Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight. Perform count check of items and check customer invoices of products that have been loaded. Check and complete in an accurate and in legible fashion all required paperwork associated with freight. Move tractor to the loading dock and attach preloaded trailer as needed.
  • Ensure that tractor, trailer, and freight are appropriately locked and/or secured at all times. Unload damaged goods and customer returns and bring to the driver check-in and complete necessary paperwork and procedures at end of shift. Unload all equipment, materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
  • Complies with daily record-keeping and hours of service requirements, adhering to DOT, state, and company policies.
  • Upholds overall safety standards and follows guidelines for the proper handling of freight throughout the delivery process.
  • Train newer drivers as necessary when route coverage is not required

Benefits:

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Qualifications:

Required Education: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
Required Experience:
6 months commercial driving experience
Class A CDL License Required
Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)
Must be 21 years of age
Meets PFG Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) requirements for past 3 years
Pass pre-employment drug test
Meet PFG FMCSA Clearinghouse Requirements
Pass road test
Able to secure new DOT Medical 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
Must be able to work the assigned schedule required for the position
Ability to read, write and communicate in English

Preferred qualifications:

Preferred Experience:
1 - 3 Years Commercial driving experience
Doubles Endorsements with 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

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.

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