Shuttle Driver

Pay

Daily pay rate of $271.30. Includes a quarterly safety bonus.

Schedule

Sunday – Thursday, dispatching around 4:00 pm. Work is 3rd‑shift nights, Sunday‑Thursday (schedules may vary).

Benefits

• Day 1 health & wellness benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401(k) employer matching
• Education assistance
• Paid time off
• Quarterly safety bonus

Position Purpose

Food and food service delivery drivers fulfill a critical role in the country’s food supply chain. Drivers ensure customers’ products arrive on time, in good condition, and serve as the face of the company, building lasting relationships. As a Shuttle Driver, you will transport empty trailers to operating company warehouse locations and deliver full trailers to domicile/shuttle yard locations, operating tandem trailers, tractor‑trailers, and straight trucks on intrastate and interstate routes in compliance with DOT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform all required safety checks (pre/post‑trip) and inspections of tractor/truck and trailer per DOT regulations.
• Report safety issues, repairs, and hazards promptly.
• Inspect trailers for properly loaded and secured freight.
• Ensure required route paperwork is with the load and available at dispatch.
• Drive and deliver trailers according to predetermined route schedule.
• Perform hook/unhook procedures following safety guidelines.
• Park and store tractor‑trailers in designated areas, securing equipment and freight.
• Collect and secure damaged goods and customer returns, completing necessary paperwork.
• Unload equipment, materials, and remove trash from trailers as required.
• Complete daily record of hours of service and log entries in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Maintain general housekeeping in the tractor, loading dock area, and keep trailers clear and clean.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 6+ months of commercial driving experience.
• Valid CDL‑A with Doubles endorsement.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Meet all state licensing and certification requirements.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for the past three years.
• Pass pre‑employment drug test and road test.
• Valid current DOT health card or ability to obtain one.
• Ability to hand‑lift and operate two‑wheeler, lift gate, or other equipment to move/stack product cases (approximately 60–90 lb).
• Willingness to work 3rd‑shift schedule, Sunday‑Thursday nights (schedules may vary).

Company Description

Performance Foodservice, the broadline distributor of Performance Food Group, serves a diverse range of local customers including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick‑service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with each customer, offering advice on operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The company delivers delicious food and helps independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.