Shuttle Driver-CDL

Vestis Uniforms and Workplace Supplies | Canadian Linen & Uniform Service | Québec Linge Service D’Uniformes•Burr Ridge, IL

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About The Position

The Shuttle Driver safely transports products between Market Centers and remote or depot locations, following route delivery and facility processing schedules. The role requires timely, accurate deliveries and coordination with the Market Center Production Manager. The driver verifies vehicle maintenance, schedules regular tractor/trailer maintenance, and keeps required operator documentation, duty-status logs, inspection reports, and schedules current. The position also involves loading and unloading products under company procedures and following transportation laws and safe-work practices. Drivers carry the required license and medical certification and are responsible for their own safety and the safety of others. The position requires at least three years of driving experience, including three years of truck-driving experience in a similar vehicle or equivalent experience, a current CDL-A, and a high school degree or equivalent. Work takes place in a fast-paced environment with irregular and long hours, exposure to varying weather, odors, fumes, noise, and vibration. Physical duties include lifting and maneuvering products and carts, loading and unloading, prolonged sitting while driving, and bending, squatting, climbing, and reaching. The hourly rate is $34, depending on skills, qualifications, certifications, experience, market data, and other relevant factors. Vestis offers medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, a 401(k) plan, vacation and paid sick time, and paid holidays and floating holidays after one year of employment.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record.
Minimum three years of driving experience, including three years of truck-driving experience in a similar vehicle or equivalent experience.
Current CDL-A license and compliance with minimum DMV/MVR points under company policy.
High school degree or equivalent.
Customer service experience involving consistent contact with a wide variety of customers.
Strong math and basic computer skills.
Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and think quickly to identify and resolve customer concerns.
Ability to routinely lift and maneuver at least 25 pounds and load and unload products without assistance.
Ability to occasionally lift and maneuver 50 or more pounds; stand and walk while loading and unloading; sit for prolonged periods while driving; use hands for grasping and other manipulations; occasionally push and pull forces of 50 or more pounds; and bend, squat, climb, and reach.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience selling services or products and generating new business.

Responsibilities

Safely transport products between Market Centers and remote or depot locations on time and in accordance with route and facility schedules.
Confirm route schedules and details with the Market Center Production Manager.
Verify daily vehicle preventive maintenance, schedule regular tractor/trailer maintenance, and maintain required operator documents, driver duty-status logs, daily vehicle inspection reports, and schedules.
Manage the daily route to ensure accurate and timely product delivery.
Load and unload products according to company policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Follow safe-work practices, use proper tools and equipment, and protect personal safety and the safety of others.
Comply with federal, state, and local highway transportation laws and regulations.
Carry the required driving license and medical certification.