CDL A Shuttle Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

2d•$75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Shuttle Driver transports empty trailers to Operating Company warehouse locations and delivers full trailers to domicile or shuttle yard locations. The role involves driving a tandem trailer, tractor-trailer, and/or straight truck on intrastate and interstate routes, safely and punctually in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The driver communicates professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answers questions accurately and promptly, and performs other duties as assigned to support the company.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 12 months of commercial driving experience.
Valid CDL A with Doubles Endorsement.
At least 21 years of age.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years.
Work a third-shift schedule Sunday through Thursday nights; schedules may vary.
Pass a pre-employment drug test and road test.
Have a current valid DOT Health Card or be able to obtain a new DOT Health Card.
Able to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack product cases and freight of varying sizes and weights during the shift; product generally weighs approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on location.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience pulling doubles trailers.

Responsibilities

Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards; take appropriate action as needed.
Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards promptly.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines and policies.
Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
Ensure required route paperwork accompanies the load and is available upon dispatch.
Drive and deliver trailers according to the predetermined route schedule.
Perform trailer hook-up and unhook procedures according to safety guidelines.
Park and store tractor-trailers in designated areas and keep equipment and freight secured.
Collect and secure damaged goods and customer returns in an empty trailer for return to driver check-in at the base facility, and complete necessary paperwork.
Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
Maintain daily hours-of-service records and logs in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
Perform general housekeeping in the tractor and loading dock area and keep trailers clean as required.
Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers and perform other related duties as assigned.