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Shuttle Driver **Job Fair**

Performance Foodservice · Memphis, TN · 2 mo ago
Management$204–$255/hrFull-time

Dispatch: 6pm - 8pm

Schedule

Sunday - Thursday evenings

Pay

$204 - $255/night (Annual average: $65,000)

New Hire Training

Mandatory 2-week training program located in Little Rock upon hire. Travel and logistics to be discussed during interview.

Benefits

  • Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • 401K Employer Matching
  • Education Assistance
  • Paid Time Off

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 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. The role involves communicating professionally with customers, vendors, and co-workers, functioning as a team member, and performing any assigned duties 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 and company safety standards; report safety issues and/or repairs required.
  • 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 available upon dispatch.
  • Drive and deliver trailers according to 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 trailer; 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 tractor, loading dock area, and keep trailers clean.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 12 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
  • 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) throughout shift

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