CDL A Shuttle Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

11d

About The Position

As a Shuttle Driver, you transport empty trailers to Operating Company warehouse locations and deliver 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 on schedule in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. You communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, and contribute as a team member by performing assigned duties that support the company.

The position requires completing vehicle and trailer safety inspections, reporting hazards and repairs, checking that freight is properly loaded and secured, carrying required route paperwork, performing safe hook-up and unhooking procedures, and parking equipment in designated areas. Additional duties include handling returns and damaged goods, unloading equipment and materials, keeping accurate hours-of-service logs, and maintaining clean tractors, loading dock areas, and trailers.

The listed schedule is Sunday through Friday, with dispatch between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.; the qualifications also describe a required third-shift schedule Sunday through Thursday nights and note that schedules may vary. Minimum daily pay is $278.74. The role requires a valid CDL A with a doubles endorsement, commercial driving experience, and the ability to handle freight generally weighing approximately 60 to 90 pounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• At least 12 months of commercial driving experience.
• Valid CDL A with doubles endorsement.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Meet applicable state licensing and/or certification requirements.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years.
• Work the required third-shift schedule, Sunday through Thursday nights; schedules may vary.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test and road test.
• Hold a current DOT Health Card or be able to secure a new DOT Health Card.
• Ability to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack product cases and freight generally weighing approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on location, throughout the shift.
• The position details state that a doubles endorsement and one year of doubles experience are required.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of doubles driving experience.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401K employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Growth opportunities supporting America’s food distribution system.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED