CDL-A Shuttle Driver

Harbor Wholesale; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Harbor Wholesale is seeking a Shuttle Driver based in Mt Vernon to haul trailers and support the Modesto Distribution Center. You will operate Class A CDL vehicles, perform pre-trip inspections, and ensure DOT compliance while delivering throughout the region.

The role involves night shifts (Sunday and Monday, 5pm-3:30am; 4 days/week, 40–50 hours). Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and a quarterly bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of transportation principles and methods for transporting goods by commercial vehicle.
• Skilled in using time efficiently and attention to detail.
• Ability to physically complete physical requirements of job.
• Ability to drive commercial vehicles (semi-trucks and trailers up 53 feet, solo trucks, vans, etc.), use a hand truck, use a pallet jack, walk boards, stay bars, etc.
• Ability to work well with other employees to foster a respectful and professional work environment.
• The FMCSA requires any driver with a CDL or permit to provide consent for drug and alcohol screening results to the prospective employer.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of tractor and trailer.
• Haul empty trailers to the Modesto Distribution Center, unhook empty trailers, hook up loaded trailers, and then haul the trailers back to San Louis Obispo.
• Drivers must maintain safe operation of company vehicles on all public and private roadways and property.
• Drivers will conduct themselves with professionalism as Class A CDL Drivers using safe driving techniques, defensive driving, and abiding by all of the DOT mandated regulations which may apply to their day to day work.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Transportation knowledge

Time management

Physical fitness

CDL driving

Pallet jack use

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Shuttle Driver - Mt Vernon Based

Pay: $32.00 - $35.00/hr. + full Benefits + new quarterly bonus will be applied.

Benefits Summary:Benefits for Harbor Team Members include vacation time, sick time, personal holidays, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with a generous employer match and some great Harbor perks!

Shift Schedule: The shift would be Sunday night and Monday night 5pm-3:30am or until shuttle is completed. Tuesday off, work Wednesday night and Thursday night 5pm-3:30am or until shuttle is complete. 4 days a week. Avg 40-50 hours.

General Summary: The purpose of the Shuttle Driver position is to haul empty trailers to the Modesto Distribution Center, unhook empty trailers, hook up loaded trailers, and then haul the trailers back to where the shift started.

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Responsibilities

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of tractor and trailer

Haul empty trailers to the Modesto Distribution Center, unhook empty trailers, hook up loaded trailers, and then haul the trailers back to San Louis Obispo.

Drivers must maintain safe operation of company vehicles on all public and private roadways and property

Drivers will conduct themselves with professionalism as Class A CDL Drivers using safe driving techniques, defensive driving, and abiding by all of the DOT mandated regulations which may apply to their day to day work

Other duties as assigned by manager

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of transportation principles and methods for transporting goods by commercial vehicle

Skilled in using time efficiently and attention to detail

Ability to physically complete physical requirements of job

Ability to drive commercial vehicles (semi-trucks and trailers up 53 feet, solo trucks, vans, etc.), use a hand truck, use a pallet jack, walk boards, stay bars, etc.

Ability to work well with other employees to foster a respectful and professional work environment

Important:The FMCSA requires any driver, who holds a CDL or permit, looking to change companies register and give specific permission for the prospective employer to get their drug and alcohol screening results before they will be able to be hired by that employer. This is a federal law and not optional.

This is required per the FMCSA and you can find more information here:https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/Resource/Index/Registration-Driver-Instructions

Education and Experience:

Acceptable MVR record

One to three years commercial driving experience, grocery distributing experience a plus

License and Certifications:

Class A CDL License required and must have a doubles endorsement

Current medical certificate card

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.