Shuttle Driver (HIRING BONUS)

PFG | Performance Good Group

3d•$65,000 - $75,000

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, safely and on time, in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. You communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, and contribute as a team member by performing assigned duties that support the company.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 8 months of commercial driving experience.
Valid Class A CDL with Doubles Endorsement.
At least 21 years of age.
Meet applicable state licensing and certification requirements.
Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years.
Able to work a third-shift schedule; the posting lists Sunday–Thursday nights, with schedules subject to variation.
Pass a pre-employment drug test and road test.
Have a current valid DOT Health Card or be able to obtain a new one.
Able to hand-lift and use a two-wheeler, lift gate, and/or other equipment to move or stack freight throughout the shift; products generally weigh approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on location.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 months of experience pulling doubles or two trailers.

Responsibilities

Perform required pre-trip and post-trip safety checks and inspect the tractor/truck and trailer under DOT regulations and company safety standards; take appropriate action when needed.
Report safety issues, required repairs, and safety hazards promptly.
Follow DOT regulations and company safe-driving guidelines and policies.
Inspect trailers to ensure freight is properly loaded and secured.
Ensure required route paperwork accompanies the load and is available at dispatch.
Drive and deliver trailers according to predetermined route schedules.
Perform hook-up and unhooking procedures according to safety guidelines.
Park and store tractor-trailers in designated areas.
Keep equipment and freight 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 required paperwork.
Unload equipment and materials and remove trash from trailers as required.
Record daily hours of service in logs 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.