Class A Shuttle Driver

PFG Customized; Florida; On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Stock plan

401K matching

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

PFG Customized is seeking a Driver, Dedicated Backhaul to operate tractor-trailers and straight trucks across intrastate and interstate routes, ensuring timely delivery of food and related products. You will interact with customers and teammates, follow DOT regulations, and perform required safety checks.

The role requires a valid CDL-A, 21+ years old, clean MVR, and ability to lift loads up to 90 lbs. A sign-on bonus of $6,000 is offered, with competitive pay and benefits starting Day 1.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CDL-A license required with clean MVR.
• Must pass post-offer drug test and background check.
• Must be 21+ and meet state licensing requirements.
• DOT Health Card current or able to obtain one.
• Strong lift and moving capability for freight 10–90 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver loads on time to PFG warehouses or customers.
• Verify paperwork and product counts with accuracy.
• Communicate load and schedule changes with supervisor.
• Secure equipment and complete required backhaul paperwork.
• Maintain professional interactions with customers and vendors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL-A required

Customer-focused

Time management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

DOT Health Card

Job description

• Pay: $170 a shuttle plus per diem of $22.50 a day
• Schedule: Sunday to Thursday; dispatch time: 12 pm or earlier (possible 10am or 11am)
• Sign-on bonus (terms apply): $6,000

Job Description

Position Details:

• Pay: $170 a shuttle plus per diem of $22.50 a day
• Schedule: Sunday to Thursday; dispatch time: 12 pm or earlier (possible 10am or 11am)
• Sign-on bonus (terms apply): $6,000

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!

The Driver, Dedicated Backhaul is responsible for driving a tractor-trailer (day cab/sleeper), tandem trailer and/or straight trucks on intrastate and/or interstate routes to pick up logistics' loads and/or other related food and non-food product loads in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. The Driver, Dedicated Backhaul is responsible for driving a tractor trailer or straight truck on intrastate and interstate local, over-the-road (OTR), shuttle, and overnight and drive and drop routes for the purpose of delivering and/or unloading food and food related products to customers 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.

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Drive to assigned supplier/vendor and/or PFG warehouse locations according to a predetermined route and delivery schedule. The schedule and route types may be local and/or over-the-road, i.e., layovers. Over-the-road schedule length will vary based on the location's business needs.
• Delivers assigned loads back to PFG warehouse locations for receiving into inventory. Ensures timely pick-ups and the right product is received and loaded.
• Performs appropriate load and paperwork inspections including but not limited to product counts, invoices of products that have been loaded, quality checks and other related items as required.
• Check and complete in an accurate and legible fashion all the required paperwork associated with backhaul operations.
• Routinely check in with direct supervisor to confirm route, load, and schedule. Advise direct supervisor of load drop-off/pick-up issues, schedule changes and other related information. At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• 6+ months commercial driving experience
• Valid CDL-A
• 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
• Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
• Pass road test
• Attains or has 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 between 10-35 pounds and up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location

Compensation

Average $50,000 annually