CDL-A Shuttle Driver — Farm Logistics on Local Routes

Ratto Bros 1; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ratto Bros Inc. in Modesto, CA is seeking a Shuttle Driver to load and unload boxes, transport between fields and dock, and prepare harvest tags for the receiving crew. The Shuttle Driver coordinates with harvest supervisors and reports to the supervisor for assignments.

The role requires a valid Class A license with doubles endorsement and airbrakes, 1–3 years driving experience, and preferred forklift/pallet jack experience. Bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A License with doubles endorsement and airbrakes.
• 1–3 years of recent driving experience with a Class A license.
• Forklift and pallet jack experience preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred but not required.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• No DOT offenses in the previous 7 years or pattern of unsafe practices.
• Not cited for a DOT defined accident in the previous 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Advises immediate supervisor when deliveries are completed and remains available for next task.
• Assist in unloading full trailers at the cooler and during field operations.
• Assist in trailer loading operations in the field and properly complete load tags.
• Maintain trucks and equipment, keeping them clean and orderly.
• Inspect trucks for defects before and after trips and report conditions.
• Load and transport boxes, totes, and crates to the trailer in the field.
• Maintain records such as vehicle safety inspections, driver manifests, and loading logs.
• Operate trucks and farm tractors safely in various field conditions.
• Report accidents or incidents involving company equipment.

Skills

Valid Class A License

Doubles endorsement

Airbrakes

Bilingual in Spanish

Effective communication

Team coordination

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

Ratto Bros Inc. in Modesto, CA is seeking a Shuttle Driver to load and unload boxes, transport between fields and dock, and prepare harvest tags for the receiving crew. The Shuttle Driver coordinates with harvest supervisors and reports to the supervisor for assignments.

The role requires a valid Class A license with doubles endorsement and airbrakes, 1–3 years driving experience, and preferred forklift/pallet jack experience. Bilingual Spanish is a plus.