CDL A Shuttle Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

2d•$75,000 - $85,000

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, while operating safely and on schedule in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The driver communicates professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, and performs other duties assigned to support the company. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 5:30 p.m. to 4:30 a.m.; schedules may vary. Starting pay is $75,000–$85,000. Drivers must be able to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack freight generally weighing approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on location.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
12 months of commercial driving experience.
Valid CDL A with Doubles Endorsement.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Meet applicable state licensing and/or certification requirements.
Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years.
Ability to work the third-shift schedule, Sunday through Thursday nights; schedules may vary.
Pass a pre-employment drug test.
Pass a road test.
Valid current DOT Health Card or ability 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 or freight generally weighing approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on location, throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

Doubles Endorsement

Responsibilities

Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspections of the tractor/truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards; take appropriate action when needed.
Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety 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 upon dispatch.
Drive and deliver trailers according to predetermined route schedules.
Perform hook and unhook procedures in accordance with safety guidelines.
Park and store tractor-trailers in designated areas.
Keep equipment and freight appropriately 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.
Maintain a daily hours-of-service record and enter the log 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.
Perform other related duties as assigned.