Shuttle Driver CDL A

Performance Food Group•Milwaukee, WI

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, completing deliveries safely, on time, and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. You communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, answer questions accurately and promptly, and perform assigned duties in support of the department and company. The role includes safety inspections, following DOT and company driving policies, checking that freight is loaded and secured, maintaining route paperwork and hours-of-service records, and completing trailer hook/unhook procedures. Drivers also secure equipment and freight, handle damaged goods and returns, unload equipment and materials when required, and maintain cleanliness in the tractor, loading dock area, and trailers. The position lists average annual pay of $70,000–$85,000 and a Sunday-through-Thursday schedule with a 7 p.m. start time, working until finished. The posting also describes a first-shift Sunday-through-Thursday schedule and notes that schedules may vary.

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 of age.
Meet applicable state licensing and/or certification requirements.
Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past three years.
Pass a pre-employment drug test and road test.
Possess a valid current DOT Health Card or be able to secure a new DOT Health Card.
Able 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.
Work a Sunday-through-Thursday schedule; the posting states schedules may vary.

Responsibilities

Transport empty trailers to Operating Company warehouse locations and deliver full trailers to domicile or shuttle yard locations.
Drive tandem trailers, tractor-trailers, and/or straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes, following DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies.
Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor or truck and trailer against DOT regulations and company safety standards.
Report safety issues, hazards, and required repairs promptly.
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 the predetermined route schedule.
Perform trailer 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 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 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.