Hiring EVENT - Shuttle Driver - Doubles

PFG | Performance Good Group

2d•$60,000 - $70,000

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 promptly while complying with Department of Transportation regulations. The driver communicates professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, supports the department and organization as a team member, and performs other assigned duties.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
6–12 months of commercial driving experience.
Valid Class A CDL with Doubles endorsement.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Clean motor vehicle report for the past 3 years.
Work the required third-shift schedule, Sunday through Thursday nights; schedules may vary.
Pass a pre-employment drug test and road test.
Have a current valid DOT health card or be able to obtain a new one.
Ability to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack product cases and freight weighing approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on location, throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect tractors, trucks, and trailers according to DOT regulations and company safety standards; take appropriate action when needed.
Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards promptly.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies and guidelines.
Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
Ensure required route paperwork is with the load and available at dispatch.
Drive and deliver trailers according to predetermined route schedules.
Perform trailer hook-up and unhooking procedures in accordance with safety guidelines.
Park and store tractor-trailers in designated areas.
Ensure equipment and freight are appropriately locked and secured.
Collect and secure damaged goods and customer returns in empty trailers, return them to driver check-in at the base facility, and complete necessary paperwork.
Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
Record hours of service daily 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.