Class A Shuttle Truck Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

About The Position

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, safely and on schedule in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations. The driver interacts professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, and performs other assigned duties to support the company. The position starts at $26.10 per hour. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, with a start time between 4 p.m. and 11 p.m., depending on the route. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available depending on experience.

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 old.
Meet applicable state licensing and/or 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 valid current DOT Health Card or be able to secure a new one.
Ability to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack freight throughout the shift. Freight generally weighs 10–35 pounds and can 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/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 accompanies the load and is available upon 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.
Keep equipment and freight locked or otherwise 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.
Record hours of service daily and maintain logs according to 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.