Shuttle Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

21d

About The Position

As a Shuttle Driver, you transport empty trailers to Operating Company warehouse locations and deliver full trailers to domicile or shuttle yard locations. You drive tandem trailers, tractor trailers, and/or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes, following Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and delivering safely and on time. You communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answer questions accurately and promptly, and perform assigned duties in support of the company.

The schedule is Sunday through Thursday evenings, with dispatch between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. The required schedule is third shift on Sunday through Thursday nights, although schedules may vary. Pay is $204–$255 per night.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 12 months of commercial driving experience.
• Valid CDL A with Doubles Endorsement.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Meet applicable state licensing and/or certification requirements.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years.
• Work the required third-shift schedule, Sunday through Thursday nights; schedules may vary.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Pass a road test.
• Have a valid current DOT Health Card or be able to obtain a new DOT Health Card.
• Be able to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack product cases/freight of varying sizes and weights throughout the shift; products generally weigh approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on location.

Nice To Haves

• 1 or more years of commercial driving experience.
• Experience with onboard computers and electronic log systems, such as PeopleNet.
• Experience with hand-held point-of-delivery scanning systems, such as POD.

Responsibilities

• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect tractor/truck and trailer for compliance with DOT regulations and company safety standards; take appropriate action as needed.
• Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines and policies.
• Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
• Ensure required route paperwork is with the tractor-trailer load and available upon dispatch.
• Drive and deliver trailers according to the predetermined route schedule.
• Perform hook-up and unhook procedures according to safety guidelines.
• Park and store tractor-trailers in designated areas.
• Keep equipment and freight appropriately locked and 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 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.

Benefits

• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401K 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
• Education Level: High school or GED