SGC Foodservice Shuttle Driver - Class A CDL

SGC Foodservice•Topeka, IL

9d•$31 - $31

About The Position

CDL Class A Shuttle Drivers transport products between domicile yards and the distribution center. Drivers operate commercial vehicles in accordance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The role includes handling trailers and freight, inspecting and maintaining vehicle condition, managing shipment documentation and required records, and reporting accidents, hazards, delays, and delivery irregularities. Drivers may spend 80% of their time outdoors and may encounter irregular schedules, weather and temperature extremes, long trips, overnight assignments, short-notice trip assignments, tight delivery schedules, delays, and fatigue-related stresses. Drivers typically spend 40% of on-duty time in the truck and are exposed to noise and vibration while driving. Compensation and benefits are described as competitive and dependent on experience.

Requirements

Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License for interstate commerce, including a doubles endorsement.
At least one year of Class A CDL driving experience and previous tractor-trailer driving experience.
At least 21 years of age.
Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record, typically four points or less against the license.
Ability to read, write, perform simple mathematical calculations, handle receipts and customer payments, read maps and road signs, and maintain logs.
Good oral communication skills.
Ability to follow instructions and receive directions by phone or through the company onboard electronic log device (Samsara).
Working knowledge of vehicle safety and control systems.
Knowledge of DOT regulations governing safe driving, hours of service, inspections and maintenance, and transportation of hazardous materials as needed.
Meet or exceed U.S. Department of Transportation medical standards.
Pass a drug test, a POET assessing physical capability to perform essential job functions and physical demands, and an alcohol test if applicable.
Ability to remain alert while driving for up to 11 hours of total drive time or 14 hours of total on-duty time.
Ability to shift a manual transmission and operate foot pedals.
Ability to perform frequent squatting, crouching, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, reaching, and entering and exiting the vehicle cab, potentially 45 or more times per day.
Ability to push and pull freight up to 250 pounds on a dolly or cart, and occasionally freight over 90 pounds, with or without mechanical aid.
Ability to frequently carry freight weighing up to 90 pounds over distances of up to 50 feet.
Ability to frequently load and unload full trailers of freight weighing as much as 40,000 pounds, including moving containers up to 90 pounds between floor level and elevated surfaces.
Ability to spend at least 90% of the day standing and walking on varied surfaces, including sometimes slippery or wet surfaces.
Ability to hook and unhook commercial vehicle combinations, operate landing gear and fifth-wheel releases, handle pintle-hooks and safety chains, open and close cargo doors, climb into and out of vehicles, fuel vehicles, and check engine oil and coolant levels.

Responsibilities

Hook and unhook trailers from tractors or converter dollies, including positioning dollies and raising or lowering landing gear.
Load and unload trailers with or without assistance or mechanical freight-handling equipment.
Lift, pull, push, carry, and secure freight as required.
Inspect the truck before, during, and after trips, and submit an electronic condition report at the end of each trip or tour of duty.
Review shipping papers to determine the load and identify hazardous materials; verify required paperwork, freight markings and labels, and placards when hazardous materials are present.
Drive to destinations in compliance with federal regulations and applicable hours-of-service requirements.
Maneuver the vehicle safely in traffic, inclement weather, and tight loading-dock areas.
Ensure required shipping documentation is available for inspection and accompanies shipments as appropriate.
Maintain driver logs, fuel-purchase records, mileage records, and other records required by law.
Follow company policies and procedures and comply with commercial motor vehicle regulations.
Report accidents involving the driver or company equipment and report highway safety hazards encountered en route.
Report delays caused by breakdowns, weather, traffic, emergencies, or pickup and delivery irregularities.