CDL Class A Shuttle Driver

Pay: Average $65,000 per year, based on miles, drops, and hooks.

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, dispatch typically at 4:00 pm, average 10 hours per shift.

About the Role

As a Shuttle Driver, you will play a vital role in the operation of our business by transporting empty trailers to the Operating Company warehouse locations and then delivering full trailers to domicile/shuttle yard locations. You will drive a tandem trailer, tractor trailer, and/or straight truck on intrastate and interstate routes while adhering to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. You will communicate professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers, ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. You will function as a team member within the department and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Responsibilities

• Perform all required safety checks (pre/post trip), including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations; ensure equipment meets company safety standards and report any issues or repairs needed.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines; immediately report all safety hazards.
• Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight.
• Ensure all required route paperwork is with the tractor trailer load and available upon dispatch.
• Drive and deliver trailers according to the predetermined route schedule.
• Perform hook/unhook procedures per safety guidelines.
• Park and store tractor trailers in designated areas; ensure all equipment and freight are appropriately locked and secured.
• Collect and secure damaged goods and customer returns in empty trailers; complete necessary paperwork upon return to base facility.
• Unload equipment, materials, and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Complete daily record of hours of service and log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in the tractor, loading dock area, and keep trailers clean as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• 6+ months of commercial driving experience.
• Valid CDL A with Doubles Endorsement.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable).
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past 3 years.
• Ability to work a 3rd shift schedule, Sunday – Thursday nights (schedules may vary).
• Pass pre-employment drug test and road test.
• Valid current DOT Health Card or ability to secure a new one.
• Able to hand-lift and utilize equipment (e.g., two-wheeler, lift gate) to move and/or stack product cases/freight of varying size and weight (generally 60 to 90 pounds).

Benefits

• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401K Employer Matching.
• Education Assistance.
• Paid Time Off.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.