Class A CDL Drop & Hook Shuttle Driver - No Touching Freight!

Cash-Wa•Sioux Falls, SD

23h•Onsite

About The Position

HJH Logistics is seeking a Class A CDL Drop & Hook Shuttle Driver based in Sioux Falls. The primary role is an evening shuttle driver, operating Sunday through Thursday nights, generally starting at 6 PM. This involves pulling empty trailers from the Sioux Falls depot to the Fargo warehouse, moving con gear, picking up full trailers, and returning them to Fargo. This position offers no scheduled weekends for the shuttle role. Drivers average 9-12 hours per day. There is also a possibility, based on seniority or need, to transition to a route driving position. Route drivers start daily in Sioux Falls in the early morning (around 4 AM) and end in the early to mid-afternoon, averaging 45-55 hours per week. Route driving involves picking up packed trailers, following delivery routes, building loads for customers, scanning tickets, obtaining signatures, and building customer relationships. The company offers competitive pay starting at $32.54/hr for experienced drivers, with overtime opportunities and a solid benefits package.

Requirements

Overall Safe driving record with a current, valid CDL Class-A License is required.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Ability to read/write/record data and perform simple mathematical calculations.
Ability to work independently.
Build and maintain trusted relationships with all customers by providing face-to-face service with each delivery.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to the job and safety regulations is required.
Ability to pass a background check, pre-employment drug screen and physical abilities test is required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Two years foodservice delivery experience preferred.
Two years verifiable driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Accurately, safely, and efficiently deliver merchandise using hand-trucks, ramps and/or lift gates to customers on a predetermined delivery route.
May include delivering products up and down stairs and in all types of weather.
Operate all working equipment safely and efficiently, including but not limited to hand truck, pallet jack, scanner and printer.
Provide the highest level of service and product integrity for every customer by safe and timely delivery of customer orders.
Deliver and stack merchandise on customer premises.
Accurately record delivery by verifying delivery of items with customers and obtaining proper signatures at the time of delivery.
Practice Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) guidelines to reduce risks for crashes, injuries and fatalities.
Utilize onboard computer to appropriately record mileage, hours of service and maintain driver log to adhere to state and federal Department of Transportation (DOT) guidelines.
Complete comprehensive pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections and DVIRs.
Maintain legal weight limits and distributions.
Practice defensive driving skills and proper body mechanics to ensure safe driving and delivering practices.