CDL Driver Instructor/Trainer Position Available In Wilson, Tennessee

CDL Driver Instructor/Trainer
Lebanon, Tennessee (TN)
Full Time
1st Shift
Company Description
PFG Customized Distribution meets the unique needs of some of America’s most recognized national chain restaurants, including Cracker Barrel, TGI Friday’s, Outback Steakhouse, Red Lobster, and Ruby Tuesday. Providing customized attention and a centralized contact for product lines, menu changes, and account coordination, PFG Customized serves customers across the U.S. and in more than 40 countries.
Job Description
Position Details
$30.00 Per Hour
Monday –

Friday:

Must be Flexible to meet training instruction needs and program requirements
Great opportunity to impact new uing drivers
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 Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose:

Responsible for training and/or re-training delivery drivers on on all aspects of the delivery driver job duties. Utilizes allpany training guides, manuals, checklists and processes to ensurepliance withpany policies, practices, safety and DOT regulations. Performs preferred work method observations and provides verbal and written feedback on driver trainees’ performance including suggested development actions. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve thepany.

Position Responsibilities:

Exhibits strong verbal and writtenmunication skills. Utilizes all systems and tools effectively, i.e.puter, software systems. Exceptionally strong knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations (i.e., hours of service, pre-trip/post-trip, etc) andpany safety policies and practices. Ensures all policies are followed. Delivers hands-on training that allows for maximum transfer of knowledge while ensuring customer needs, service times, labor and transportation costs are met and within guidelines. Provides ongoing and timely feedback to assigned driver trainees and supervisory staff. Feedback includes positive reinforcement and constructive corrective actions. Understands and exhibits strong customer service skills. Works with new driver hires and experienced drivers in classroom and/or field settings to prepare them for a successful professional driver career. May supplement PFG Driver Training Manual with local programs specific to the location, products and reports used in that market. • Performs all route delivery duties perpany guidelines and safety regulations including pre/post trip, inspection of load and freight, adherence to delivery windows, ensures accuracy of customer delivery, utilizes equipment as prescribed, collects cash/check if required,pletes returns and driver-check in process and performs necessary housekeeping to ensure cleanliness of tractor and trailer. Performs other related duties as assigned. Benefits
Compensation
$30.00 per hour
Required Qualifications

Required Education:

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

Required Experience:

1 – 3 Years Hands on training environment
At least 2 years of route Driving experience overall
Route delivery driver experience specifically in foodservice distribution industry with in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations.
Computerized fleet operations management systems knowledge (i.e. PeopleNet)
Valid CDL A and DOT Health Card
Must be 21 years of age
Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)
Consistent work history/experience

Internal Applicants:

No attendance write-ups in the last 6 months
No disciplinary action in the last 12 months
No more than 3 points per PFG preventable accident policy in last rolling 12 months
At least 1 year of route Driving experience with PFG
MVR policy point assessment of less than 20 points (Good or Professional Level)
Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education:

Associates/2-year technical; Technical school, Associates degree or other certification in learning and development training methods

Preferred Experience:

1 – 3 Years
At least 2 years of route Driving experience with PFG
Transportation experience specifically in foodservice distribution industry route delivery
Small group and one-on-one training experience Basic/Intermediateputer skills
Division
PFG Customized
Job Category
Transportation
Req Number
118938BR
Address Line 1
825 Maddox-Simpson Parkway
State
Tennessee
Location
Performance Food Group Customized Distribution Tennessee (0152)