CDL-A Shuttle Driver (Overnight)

Palmer Food Services; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Benefit Time (PTO, Holiday and S​

401k Retirement Plan with Employer 
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Eligibility for Annual Profit-Sharing

15% Employee Discount on Retail Groc­-

Associate Discounts on Warehouse Food

Job summary

Palmer Food Services in Rochester, NY seeks a reliable Shuttle Driver to deliver trailers and ensure safety per DOT regulations. You will load, unload, and secure freight, maintain logs, and support fueling and dock operations in a busy warehouse setting.

The role requires a CDL A, 1–2 years of delivery experience, and the ability to lift up to 100 lbs. This full-time position offers competitive wages and benefits. Background-friendly environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; CDL Class A required.
• 1–2 years of commercial delivery experience; food service preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs and operate safely in a driving role.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety checks on tractor/trailer and inspect for DOT compliance.
• Report safety issues and needed repairs promptly.
• Drive and deliver trailers according to route schedules.
• Load/unload using forklift or pallet jack; secure freight properly.
• Complete daily hours-of-service records per regulations.
• Assist with fueling and general housekeeping in dock areas.
• Work in inclement weather as required.

Skills

CDL Class A

Delivery experience

Forklift

English fluency

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Job description

We offer competitive wages and a generous benefit package that contributes a significant amount to your total compensation and your personal well-being. Additionally, there are opportunities to distinguish yourself and move up in our established company through excellent performance and by contributing to our company mission, vision, and values. We value each member of our diverse and talented team-because at Palmer Food Services, our associates are our unfair advantage.

What We Value:

• Honesty & Integrity
• Family & Community
• Dependability & Loyalty
• Compassion

What You Will Do:

• Perform all required safety checks including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations; inspected tractor/truck and trailer to ensure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed.
• Report all safety issues and/or repairs as needed.
• Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies. Immediately report any and all safety hazards.
• Inspect trailer for properly loaded and secured freight.
• 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/or secured all times.
• Complete daily record of hours of services and enter in login in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean and required.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.
• Assist with fueling trucks and trailers as needed, especially when the primary fueler is unavailable or unable to service all vehicles. Ensure proper fueling procedures are followed and that all equipment is safely and adequately fueled to support operational needs.
• Need to be able to load and unload trucks on forklift and ride on pallet jack.
• Assist the night warehouse crew with moving trucks when present.
• Required to work even in inclement weather.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Clean CDL Class A licenses.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of prior commercial delivery experience.*Food service and refer experience preferred.*
• Must have the ability to lift product weighing up to 100 lbs on a consistent basis.
• Required to climb in and out of a commercial vehicle and operate in a safe manner.
• Must be able to walk, bend, lift on a regular basis.
• $29.00 - $32.00 per hour

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by a Shuttle Driver to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must have the ability to lift product weighing up to 100 lbs on a consistent basis.
• Required to climb in and out of a commercial vehicle and operate in a safe manner.
• Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, bend, kneel, sit, operate warehouse
• Must be able to use hands to handle and feel objects, perform fine finger movements, reach with hands and arms, and have the ability to see, talk, and hear.
• Possess normal vision with or without correction and able to distinguish colors
• Possess fluent speech in English, writing and communication skills necessary to effectively carry out job functions

Benefits of working Full-Time at Palmer Food Services:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Benefit Time (PTO, Holiday and Sick)
• 401k Retirement Plan with Employer Matching
• Eligibility for Annual Profit-Sharing Bonus
• 15% Employee Discount on Retail Grocery Items (Includes Fresh Meat & Seafood)
• Associate Discounts on Warehouse Food Products