Shuttle Driver CDL A

Performance Food Group•Milwaukee, WI

About The Position

The Shuttle Driver transports empty trailers to Operating Company warehouse locations and returns with full trailers containing products to domicile or shuttle yard locations. The role involves driving tandem trailers, tractor-trailers, and/or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes, delivering trailers safely and on schedule while complying with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies. The driver communicates professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers and performs assigned duties to support the department and company. The position pays $70,000 per year and has a four-day schedule of Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, starting at 1 p.m. and continuing until work is finished. Schedules may vary. The role requires safety inspections, trailer and freight security checks, route paperwork, hook/unhook procedures, hours-of-service records, and general housekeeping. Drivers may also handle damaged goods, customer returns, equipment, and freight using a two-wheeler, lift gate, or other equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
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 certification requirements.
Clean motor vehicle report for the past three years.
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 freight weighing approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on location, throughout the shift.
Work the required first-shift schedule; schedules may vary.

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 required repairs.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines and policies, and report safety hazards immediately.
Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
Ensure required route paperwork is with the load and available upon dispatch.
Drive and deliver trailers according to predetermined route schedules.
Perform hook and unhook procedures according to safety guidelines.
Park and store tractor-trailers in designated areas and keep equipment and freight secured.
Collect and secure damaged goods and customer returns for return to the base facility, and complete necessary paperwork.
Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
Record daily hours of service 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.
Communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answering questions accurately and promptly.
Perform other related duties as assigned.