Class A Shuttle Driver (HIRING BONUS)

PFG | Performance Good Group

14h

About The Position

Performance Foodservice is a broadline distributor serving local customers such as independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. The company’s team of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other experts works closely with customers to support their operations, menu development, and product selection. 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 tandem trailers, tractor-trailers, and/or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes, while following Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety policies. Drivers communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, and perform other assigned duties to support the company. The position starts at $25.34 per hour and is scheduled Sunday through Thursday, with a start time between 4 p.m. and 11 p.m., depending on the route.

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 for the past three years.
Pass a post-offer drug test, criminal background check, and road test.
Have a current valid DOT Health Card or be able to obtain a new one.
Able to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack freight throughout the shift; products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds depending on location.

Nice To Haves

Doubles endorsement.

Responsibilities

Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor or truck and trailer according to DOT regulations and company safety standards.
Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards promptly.
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 the predetermined route schedule.
Perform hook and unhook procedures according to 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 the 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.