SHUTTLE DRIVER

R E Garrison Trucking Inc; Bessemer (AL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Milos Tea is hiring a Shuttle Driver in Bessemer/Birmingham, AL. This full-time role requires operating a tractor-trailer, maintaining a clean driving record, and ensuring on-time deliveries while following all safety and FMCSA regulations.

The driver will plan routes, document deliveries, and communicate with dispatch. A valid Class A license and 12 months of recent commercial driving experience are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to communicate in English, pursuant to the FMCSA.
• Twelve (12) months commercial driving experience within the last ten (10) years.
• Valid Class A driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks with GVW over 26,000 lbs as assigned.
• Plan delivery routes and verify delivery instructions.
• Transport goods safely and timely; obtain signatures on deliveries.
• Perform pre/post-trip vehicle inspections and report issues.
• Maintain logs and report working hours as required.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and FMCSA regulations.
• Use GPS/E-logs and related tech for deliveries and records.

Skills

English proficiency

Reading & writing

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS

E-logs

Job description

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SHUTTLE DRIVER

Full Time Milos Tea - Bessemer/Birmingham AL, Bessemer, AL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1317

Salary: $62,400.00 Annually

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned delivery vehicle
• Drive trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) over 26,000 lbs.
• Pull a towed weight exceeding 10,000 lbs.
• Comfortable maneuvering and parking a tractor-trailer
• Clean driving record with no moving violations
• Make safety a priority at all times
• Be alert, focused, and detail-oriented
• Physically and mentally fit and able to drive long hours and travel regularly
• Ensure contents are properly secured inside of truck to prevent breakage or damage
• Transport goods and commodities from place of origin to assigned destination safely, efficiently, and timely
• Plan delivery routes and verify delivery instructions
• Communicate with dispatch as needed
• Obtain signatures to confirm and complete deliveries with customers
• Confirm contents of each shipment load matches the manifest document
• Perform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each trip
• Check weather conditions and road reports before departure
• Maintain and service vehicle as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)
• Notify managers of any major maintenance or delivery issues encountered
• Follow delivery schedule and rest at appropriate times
• Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs
• Track and report working hours
• Adhere to company rules and regulations
• Obey all applicable traffic laws and drive according to the weather/road conditions
• Extensive knowledge of, and compliance with, rules and regulations set forth by the FMCSA, FMSA, DOT, all federal, state, local governments, and any and all other regulatory agencies
• Be disciplined, dependable, resourceful, composed, and have good stress management skills
• Maintain fuel/toll receipts and other paperwork
• Proficient using electronic equipment and software (GPS, E-logs, etc.)
• Submit to background checks, drug testing, and provide employment references
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to communicate in English, pursuant to the FMCSA.
• Twelve (12) months commercial driving experience within the last ten (10) years.
• Valid Class A driver’s license required.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Clean driving record with no moving violations
• Must pass background check and drug test.
• Technical capacity; Customer/Client focus; Ethical Conduct; Time Management.