Local CDL Class A Shuttle Driver

Performance Food Group • Boston, MA

23h

About The Position

As a Shuttle Driver, you transport empty trailers to Operating Company warehouse locations and return with full trailers to domicile or shuttle yard locations. You drive a tandem trailer, tractor-trailer, and/or straight truck on intrastate and interstate routes, delivering trailers safely and on schedule in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. You communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, and perform assigned duties to support the company and department.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least 12 months of commercial driving experience.
• Valid CDL Class A with doubles endorsement.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
• Clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for the past three years.
• Work the third-shift schedule Sunday through Thursday nights; schedules may vary.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test and road test.
• Hold a current DOT Health Card or be able to secure a new one.
• Able to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack product cases and freight of varying sizes and weights throughout the shift; products generally weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.

Nice To Haves

• At least 12 months of commercial driving experience with two-trailer driving experience.

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 needed 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 required route paperwork accompanies the load and is available at 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 and 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.
• Maintain 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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Day 1 health and wellness benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401(k) employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Growth opportunities.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

What This Job Offers

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