Shuttle Driver

PFG | Performance Good Group

11d

About The Position

The Driver, Dedicated Backhaul drives a tractor-trailer (day cab or sleeper), tandem trailer, and/or straight truck on intrastate and interstate routes to pick up logistics loads and other food or non-food product loads safely and on time, in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Routes may include local, over-the-road, shuttle, overnight, and drive-and-drop work. The role also involves delivering and/or unloading food and related products, interacting professionally with customers, vendors, and coworkers, and supporting the department and organization as needed. This is a five-day dedicated route from Marietta, Georgia, to Lebanon, Tennessee, scheduled Sunday through Friday. Dispatch times are 11 AM–9 PM and may vary. The position is described as no-touch freight, with no loading or unloading required, and uses reliable, well-maintained equipment. Pay is $65,000 annually, with per diem per dispatch. A $7,500 welcome bonus is offered subject to terms and eligibility restrictions. Uniforms are provided.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 1 year of commercial driving experience.
Valid CDL-A.
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.
Pass a post-offer drug test and criminal background check.
Pass a road test.
Have 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 or freight during the shift; products generally weigh 10–35 pounds and may weigh approximately 60–90 pounds, depending on location.

Responsibilities

Drive to assigned supplier, vendor, and/or PFG warehouse locations according to predetermined routes and delivery schedules, which may be local or over-the-road and may include layovers.
Deliver assigned loads to PFG warehouse locations for receipt into inventory, ensuring timely pickups and that the correct products are received and loaded.
Perform required load and paperwork inspections, including product counts, invoices, quality checks, and other related checks.
Accurately and legibly complete paperwork associated with backhaul operations.
Routinely check in with the direct supervisor to confirm route, load, and schedule.
Inform the direct supervisor of load drop-off or pickup issues, schedule changes, and other relevant information.
Secure all equipment and complete necessary paperwork at the end of the shift.
Perform other related duties as assigned.