Class A Shuttle Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

5d•$75,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Class A Shuttle Driver transports empty trailers to Operating Company warehouse locations and returns full trailers with various products to domicile or shuttle yard locations. The role involves driving tandem trailers, tractor-trailers, and/or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes, safely and on schedule while complying with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The driver communicates professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, and performs assigned duties in support of the company. The position works a third-shift schedule, generally Sunday through Thursday nights, with dispatch times between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. A Friday may be required for special deliveries, and schedules may vary. Average annual pay is listed as $75,000 to $90,000, with potential to earn a performance-based bonus.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Perform required pre- and post-trip safety checks and inspect tractor/truck and trailer in accordance with DOT regulations and company safety standards; take appropriate action as 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 accompanies the load and is available upon dispatch.
Drive and deliver trailers according to predetermined route schedules.
Perform hook and unhook procedures according to safety guidelines.
Park and store tractor-trailers in designated areas.
Keep equipment and freight 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 general housekeeping in the tractor and loading dock area, and keep trailers clean as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned.