Driver, Dedicated Backhaul
Company: Performance Foodservice
Location: La Crosse
Posted on: January 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description: Must have excellent attendance and driving
record; no disciplinary action in past 12 months 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 Position
Purpose: 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!
The Driver, Dedicated Backhaul is responsible for driving a
tractor-trailer (day cab/sleeper), tandem trailer and/or straight
trucks on intrastate and/or interstate routes to pick up logistics'
loads and/or other related food and non-food product loads in a
safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of
Transportation (DOT) regulations. The Driver, Dedicated Backhaul is
responsible for driving a tractor trailer or straight truck on
intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and
overnight and drive and drop 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. Communicates and interacts with
customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions
are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team
member within the department and organization, as required, and
perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.
Responsibilities may include, but not limited to: Drive to assigned
supplier/vendor and/or PFG warehouse locations according to a
predetermined route and delivery schedule. The schedule and route
types may be local and/or over-the-road, i.e., layovers.
Over-the-road schedule length will vary based on the location's
business needs. Delivers assigned loads back to PFG warehouse
locations for receiving into inventory. Ensures timely pick-ups and
the right product is received and loaded. Performs appropriate load
and paperwork inspections including but not limited to product
counts, invoices of products that have been loaded, quality checks
and other related items as required. Check and complete in an
accurate and legible fashion all the required paperwork associated
with backhaul operations. Routinely check in with direct supervisor
to confirm route, load, and schedule. Advise direct supervisor of
load drop-off/pick-up issues, schedule changes and other related
information. At the end of the shift secure all equipment and
complete all necessary paperwork. Performs other related duties as
assigned. Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent 1
years commercial driving experience 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 post offer drug test and criminal background check Pass
road test Attains or has 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 between 10-35 pounds and up to
between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location
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. Awards and Accolades 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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