CDL A Shuttle Driver

Performance Food Group; Missouri; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 health benefits

401(k) employer matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Performance Food Group is seeking a Shuttle Driver to support night-time regional deliveries in Missouri. You will transport empty trailers to operating locations and return with full trailers to domicile yards, operating under DOT regulations and safety protocols.

Responsibilities include pre/post trip checks, safe driving, securing loads, and accurate dispatch documentation. This role requires a CDL A with Doubles, 21+ years old, and ability to work Sunday through Thursday nights.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, or equivalent experience.
• 12 months of commercial driving experience required.
• Valid CDL A with Doubles Endorsement.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Pass pre-employment drug test and road test; DOT Health Card required.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety checks (pre/post trip) on tractor/trailer and comply with DOT regulations.
• Report safety issues and needed repairs.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safety policies; secure freight and inspect loads.
• Ensure route paperwork is correct and available at dispatch.
• Drive and deliver trailers according to schedule; hook/unhook safely.
• Maintain clean and organized equipment and surroundings.
• Complete daily hours-of-service logs per regulations and internal policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

CDL A License

Job description

Company Description:

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description:

Position Details:

• Pay rate, $30.60 per hour


• Work Hours, start at 5:30 pm - and work until finished


• Sunday to Thursday nights


• Route, shuttle runs each night from Opco in Berkeley/STL, MO to Domiciles


• Sign-On Bonus, $10,000 - Any person who has worked for a Performance Food Group (PFG) owned company within the last 6 months is not eligible to receive this incentive

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more


• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system


• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose:

Food and food service delivery Drivers fulfill a critical role in the country's food supply chain. Our delivery drivers not only make sure the customers' products arrive at their destination at the arranged times and in good condition, but they are the face of our company - building lasting relationships with our customers!

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 turn around and deliver full trailers to domicile/shuttle yard locations. The Shuttle Driver drives a tandem trailer, tractor trailer and/or straight truck on intrastate and interstate routes for the purpose of transporting empty trailers to the Operating Company warehouse locations. Turns around and delivers full trailers with various products to domicile/shuttle yard locations in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company

Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Performs all required safety checks (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspects tractor/truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed.


• Reports all safety issues and/or repairs required.


• Follows all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies. Immediately reports all safety hazards. Inspects trailer for properly loaded and secured freight.


• Ensures all required route paperwork is with tractor trailer load and available to driver upon dispatch.


• Drives and delivers trailers according to predetermined route schedule.


• Performs hook/unhook procedures per safety guidelines.


• Parks and stores tractor trailers in designated areas.


• Ensures all equipment and freight are appropriately locked and/or always secured.


• Collects and secures damaged goods and customer returns in empty trailer to bring back to driver check-in at base facility and complete necessary paperwork.


• Unloads all equipment, materials and remove trash from trailers as required.


• Completes daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.


• Performs general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required.


• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits:

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Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience


• 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 past 3 years


• Work required 3rd shift schedule, Sunday -Thursday nights (schedules may vary)


• Pass pre-employment drug test


• Pass road test


• Valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card


• Able to hand-lift and utilize two-wheeler, lift gate and/or other equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight of varying size and weight throughout shift; product generally ranges from approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on the location.

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the \"Company\") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the \"EEO is the Law\" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.