CDL-A Shuttle Driver – Doubles Endorsement

PFG | Performance Good Group

3d•$60,000 - $70,000

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, delivering products safely and on time in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. You communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, and perform assigned duties to support the company.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of commercial driving experience.
Valid CDL A with Doubles Endorsement.
Must be at least 21 years old.
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 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.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of commercial driving experience.
Experience with onboard computers and electronic log systems such as PeopleNet.
Experience with handheld point-of-delivery scanning systems such as POD.

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 as needed.
Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards promptly.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies, and 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 hook and unhook procedures according to safety guidelines.
Park and store tractor-trailers in designated areas.
Keep equipment and freight locked or otherwise 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 and maintain required logs in accordance with federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
Perform housekeeping in the tractor and loading dock area and keep trailers clean as required.
Perform other related duties as assigned.