Class A CDL Shuttle Driver

Performance Food Group; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Stock Purchase Plan

401K Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Hiring Bonus

Job summary

Performance Food Group is seeking a Shuttle Driver to support our distribution operations. You will transport empty trailers to warehouse locations, turn around and deliver full trailers to domicile/shuttle yards, and operate various vehicle types under DOT guidelines.

You must hold a CDL A with Doubles Endorsement, have 6+ months of driving experience, and meet minimum age/health requirements. A $7,500 hiring bonus is offered with terms; benefits start Day 1.

Qualifications

• CDL A license with Doubles Endorsement required.
• Commercial driving experience preferred; 6+ months is stated.
• Must be 21 years old and meet state licensing requirements.
• Clean MVR for past 3 years.
• Pass pre-employment drug test and road test.
• DOT Health Card current or able to secure one.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety checks (pre/post trip) per DOT rules.
• Report safety issues and repairs.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safety policies.
• Ensure route paperwork is complete and accessible at dispatch.
• Drive and deliver trailers according to schedule; hook/unhook safely.
• Keep tractor, trailer, and dock area clean and organized.
• Complete daily hours-of-service logs as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL A License

Doubles Endorsement

Safety Consciousness

Team Player

Education

High School Diploma/GED

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:

Positions Details:

• Consistent Evening Schedule - Work Sunday-Thursday evenings with a 7:00 PM dispatch, giving you a predictable weekly schedule.
• Start With Guaranteed Earnings - Earn a minimum of $325 per day,
• Grow Your Skills - Must have doubles endorsement to meet the requirements of the role.
• $7,500 Hiring Bonus - Start your next chapter with an extra financial boost! Terms apply. Anyone who has worked for a Performance Food Group (PFG)-owned company within the last 6 months is not eligible for 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:

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.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 6+ months 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.