Hiring:CDL Class A Route Delivery Driver(Flexible,Ames)
Ames Role Highlights
Job Title: CDL Class A Route Delivery Driver (Gig/Contract) Company: Performance Foodservice Location: Ames, IA
Compensation: $70k-$90k/Year (approx. $6.7k/Month) Benefits: Benefits may be available based on employment type. Project-based work with clear objectives.
What You'll Do
Apply your your professional skills skills at our Ames location.
- This Ames-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Performance Foodservice team in Ames, IA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Ames, a key hub for the a dynamic industry.
The CDL A position is a Route Delivery Driver position in which you will operate a Company motor vehicle to transfer freight safely and efficiently to and from specified locations by a specified time. 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 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.
Responsibilities:
- Operate Class A tractor-trailer combinations safely
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections
- Hand-lift and utilize two-wheeler, lift gate and/or other equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight
- At the completion of the route, refuel the company truck, return to the warehouse, process returns, and complete the final paperwork
- Maintain accurate electronic logs (ELD)
Requirements:
- Valid Class A CDL
- 2+ years of verifiable driving experience
- Clean MVR and pass DOT physical
- No more than 2 moving violations in past 3 years
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs throughout shift
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the CDL Class A Route Delivery Driver position pay at Performance Foodservice?
This role offers a pay range of $70,000 - $90,000. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Ames.
Where is this CDL Class A Route Delivery Driver job located?
This position is based in Ames, IA. Performance Foodservice has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Ames.
What are the overnight shift hours?
Overnight shifts at Performance Foodservice in Ames typically run from approximately 6:00 PM to 4:30 AM, though exact times may vary by facility. Night shift roles often come with shift differential pay on top of the base rate.
Do I need my own vehicle for this delivery role?
Performance Foodservice typically provides delivery vehicles and equipment. A valid driver's license is required. Check the specific requirements listed in the job description for this Ames position.
What are the physical requirements for this delivery position?
Delivery roles require the ability to lift, carry, and deliver packages weighing up to 50 lbs. You should be comfortable entering and exiting a vehicle frequently and walking throughout your shift, including stairs.
What does a typical day look like as a CDL Class A Route Delivery Driver?
A typical shift involves loading your vehicle at an Performance Foodservice delivery station, then following an optimized route to deliver 150-300 packages to customers in the Ames area. You'll use a mobile app for navigation and delivery confirmation.
