Shuttle Driver-CDL
About The Position
The Shuttle Driver builds positive working relationships between the Market Center and depots while safely and efficiently transporting merchandise into and out of the laundry facility. The role involves driving company vehicles between Market Centers and remote or depot locations, delivering products according to route and facility schedules, and representing Vestis professionally to promote goodwill and loyalty. The position requires safe vehicle operation, route management, product loading and unloading, vehicle inspection and maintenance coordination, and compliance with applicable transportation regulations and company safety policies. Drivers work in varying weather conditions and a fast-paced environment that may involve irregular and long hours. The role also requires frequent prolonged sitting while driving and the ability to handle physical tasks such as lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, squatting, climbing, and reaching.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of driving experience.
- At least 1 year of previous truck driving experience in a similar vehicle, or equivalent experience.
- Valid commercial driver’s license and compliance with the company’s minimum DMV/MVR points policy.
- Current CDL-A license.
- Routinely lift and maneuver at least 25 lbs. and load and unload product from a truck without assistance.
- Occasionally lift and maneuver 50+ lbs.; stand or walk while loading and unloading; sit for prolonged periods while driving; and use hands for grasping and other manipulations.
- Occasionally push or pull a force of 50+ lbs. when moving carts and pallets.
- Ability to bend, squat, climb, and reach.
Nice To Haves
- High school degree or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate a company vehicle or truck to transport products between Market Centers and remote or depot locations on time and according to route delivery and facility processing schedules.
- Confirm route schedules and details with the Market Center Production Manager.
- Verify daily preventative maintenance of the vehicle, schedule regular tractor/trailer maintenance, and maintain operator documentation, driver duty status logs, daily vehicle inspection reports, and schedules.
- Manage the daily route to ensure accurate and timely delivery of product.
- Load and unload product according to company policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of others; use safe precautions, proper tools, and equipment, and follow safe work practices and policies.
- Know and follow federal, state, and local highway transportation laws and regulations.
- Carry the required driving license and medical certification as required by state and federal regulations.
- Perform additional duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the described activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
