CDL A Shuttle Driver (Local)

Performance Food Group • Johnson City, TN

2d

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, delivering trailers safely, on time, and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. You communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, and perform assigned duties in support of the company. The role follows a Sunday–Thursday third-shift schedule, with dispatch times between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM; schedules may vary. Drivers are home daily. Pay is based on miles, stops, and hook-and-drop activity, with an advertised average of $80,000 annually. The company provides modern automatic trucks, regularly updated equipment, uniforms, and work boots.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 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 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.
• Hold a valid current DOT Health Card or be able to obtain 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 of varying sizes and weights throughout the shift; products generally range from approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on location.

Nice To Haves

• At least 6 months of experience pulling doubles.

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; report safety issues and required repairs.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines and policies, and immediately report safety hazards.
• Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
• Ensure all required route paperwork is with the load and available upon dispatch.
• Drive and deliver trailers according to the predetermined route schedule.
• Perform hook and unhook procedures in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Park and store tractor-trailers in designated areas and ensure equipment and freight are locked or 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 required paperwork.
• Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Complete daily hours-of-service records and enter 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.
• Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Day 1 health and wellness benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401(k) employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Company-provided uniforms and work boots.
• Growth opportunities.
• Competitive pay based on miles, stops, and hook-and-drop activity, with consistent year-round earning opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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