CDL-A Shuttle Driver – Doubles Endorsement

Performance Food Group•Jackson, MS

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. You drive tandem trailers, tractor-trailers, and/or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes, operating safely and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. You communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, and support the department and organization as needed. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday evenings, with dispatch at 6:00 p.m. until finished; schedules may vary. The listed annual pay is $60,000–$70,000. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is offered subject to terms; people who worked for a PFG-owned company within the prior six months are ineligible for the incentive. The role includes a physically demanding freight-handling component, with products generally ranging from approximately 60 to 90 pounds depending on location.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year 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.
Have a current valid DOT Health Card or be able to secure a new DOT Health Card.
Able to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack freight of varying sizes and weights throughout the shift; product generally weighs approximately 60 to 90 pounds depending on location.

Nice To Haves

More than 1 year of commercial driving experience.
Experience with onboard computers and electronic log systems, such as PeopleNet.
Experience with handheld point-of-delivery scanning systems, such as POD.

Responsibilities

Perform required pre- and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards; report safety issues and required repairs.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies, and immediately report safety hazards.
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 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 for return to driver check-in at the base facility, completing required paperwork.
Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
Record daily hours of service and maintain the required 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.