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Core-Mark Careers

Driver Trainer- Ravenna, Ohio

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What they do

A Driving Instructor is responsible for teaching students the rules of the road and the safe way to handle an automobile or motorcycle. This may involve both classroom and/or behind the wheel instruction. They are required to remain up to date with their regional and national traffic laws to insure proper curriculum and demonstration. Some inform their students on the process to obtain a valid driver's license in their region or nation.

$56,536 / year median in Ohio

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

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. Responsible for training delivery drivers on on all aspects of the delivery driver job duties. Utilizes all company training guides, manuals, checklists and processes to ensure compliance with company 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. May run routes per business needs. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company.

  • Exhibits strong verbal and written communication skills. Utilizes all systems and tools effectively, i.e. computer, software systems.
  • Working knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations (i.e., hours of service, pre-trip/post-trip, etc) and company 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 per company 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, completes returns and driver-check in process and performs necessary housekeeping to ensure cleanliness of tractor and trailer.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits:

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Benefits Information Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience Required Experience:

3 - 5 Years

  • 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
  • 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 pre-employment drug test
  • Pass road test
  • 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 approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on the location Preferred qualifications: Associates/2-year technical: Technical school, Associates degree or other certification in learning and development training methods
Preferred Experience:

5 - 7 Years

  • Transportation experience specifically in foodservice distribution industry route delivery
  • Small group and one-on-one training experience
  • Basic/Intermediate computer skills
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 .

Qualifications:

['Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years', 'High School Diploma/GED', 'Valid CDL A', 'Valid current DOT Health Card']