Linehaul/Shuttle Driver

Coastal Elite Pro; St. Joseph (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Elite Pro in Illinois seeks a dedicated tractor-trailer driver to transport products safely and efficiently, with emphasis on timely deliveries and compliance with food safety protocols. You will handle loading/unloading, paperwork, and maintain temperature controls while building courteous customer relationships and reporting issues promptly.

The role requires a valid Class A CDL, insurability, and knowledge of DOT regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; CDL Class A preferred or required.
• Valid Class A CDL and insurability.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, Hazmat guidelines, and safe lifting practices.

Responsibilities

• Transport goods from warehouse to customer, load/unload per specifications.
• Complete required paperwork, including logs, inspections, and invoices accurately and promptly.
• Maintain proper temperatures and adhere to food safety standards during delivery.
• Follow safety procedures, report unsafe conditions, and operate equipment properly.
• Develop courteous relationships with customers through excellent service and communication.
• Report route deviations, trailer issues, or customer concerns to management.
• Work flexible schedules, including overnight trips, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Skills

Long-distance driving

Customer communication

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Driving school completion

Tools

Class A CDL

Vehicle inspection

Job description

Role:

This position involves safely and efficiently transporting products via tractor-trailer, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with safety and food safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Transport goods from warehouse to customer, load/unload per specifications.
• Complete required paperwork, including logs, inspections, and invoices accurately and promptly.
• Maintain proper temperatures and adhere to food safety standards during delivery.
• Follow safety procedures, report unsafe conditions, and operate equipment properly.
• Develop courteous relationships with customers through excellent service and communication.
• Report route deviations, trailer issues, or customer concerns to management.
• Work flexible schedules, including overnight trips, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; tractor-trailer driving experience preferred or completion of driving school.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License and insurability.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, Hazmat guidelines, and safe lifting practices.
• Skills in long-distance driving, customer communication, problem-solving, and delivering under various conditions.
• Ability to operate large vehicles, read/write English, perform basic math, and organize work independently.

Physical & Work Environment

• Regularly sit, talk, hear, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds or push/pull heavier loads with equipment.
• Climb in/out of vehicles, withstand various weather conditions, and work in confined or noisy environments.
• Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and occasional high places; work may involve overtime, weekends, and holidays.