Shuttle Driver

US Foods; North Augusta (SC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Benefits day one

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a CDL A Shuttle Driver to operate tractor trailers moving diverse products to and from remote dispatch sites. This role emphasizes safe driving, reliability, and serving as a vital link to customers.

The position offers a competitive starting rate of $34.29 per hour with overtime opportunities, plus a $5,000 retention bonus for eligible new hires. Benefits begin Day One, and overnight shifts are required in some locations.

Qualifications

• Must have valid CDL Class A with necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications.
• Six months of commercial driving experience.
• Doubles endorsement required; six months driving with doubles preferred.
• Must be able to read and communicate in English.
• Must be willing and able to work overnight.

Responsibilities

• Safe driving of tractor trailers between dispatch sites with safety and efficiency.
• Backhaul or delivery duties as needed.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections to uphold safety standards.
• Verify freight, check trailer temperatures and delivery details.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

CDL Class A

Overnight shift

Reading/Speaking English

Job description

Become A US FOODS® CDL A Shuttle Driver

Advance your career in the foodservice industry with US Foods! Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package along with a strong safety culture that supports your success.

$5,000 retention bonus for eligible new hires!

Our Drivers start at $34.29 per hour plus overtime.

Schedule & Location

- Sunday through Thursday | 9:00pm until finish | Augusta, GA

Benefits Day One

From affordable health care to retirement savings, your benefits begin immediately, not weeks later!

CDL A Shuttle Driver - Position Overview

Are you ready to join one of the foodservice industry's powerhouses? As a US Foods® CDL A Shuttle Driver, you will drive tractor trailers containing various products (meats, produce, frozen foods, dry goods, etc.) to and from remote dispatch sites.This role goes beyond simply transporting goods - it’s about perfecting the craft of delivery, earning trust mile by mile, and serving as a vital link to our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Safe Driving : Master the art of the drive, transporting various products between dispatch sites with safety and efficiency.
• Team Up: Embrace the challenge of backhaul or delivery roles when needed, show your adaptability.
• Equipment Inspection : Conduct pre- & post-trip inspections to uphold safety standards.
• Inspect and Confirm: Verify the freight on the truck, check the trailer temperatures, every detail matters.
• Adaptability: All other duties assigned by management.

Physical Requirements

• Lift/carry/push/pull/lower 20 to 80+ lbs. of product repetitively during each shift required.
• Driving & working in inclement weather conditions with frequent stops (10+ per shift) required.
• Comfortable working in a multi-temperature environment as low as 0 degrees.
• Continuously grasp objects & manipulate objects. Frequently sit, stand, walk, drive, climb/balance, stoop/squat, kneel/bend, bend, reach above shoulder, twist, and use manual dexterity.

Qualifications

• Register to the FMCSA Clearinghouse*
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have valid CDL Class A issued by the state of legal residence with necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications.
• 6-months commercial driving experience required.
• Doubles endorsement required AND minimum 6-months driving with doubles endorsements preferred.
• Must be comfortable working overnight.
• Ability to operate manual transmission preferred; may be required in specific locations.
• Must be able to read and communicate in the English language - able to hold a conversation, to understand highway traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and to enter information on reports and records.

About US FOODS®

*Registering to the FMCSA Clearinghouse is a requirement by the Department of Transportation. All Drivers are required to visit the Clearinghouse website and register to the new database. The Clearinghouse is a secure online database that provides real-time information about commercial driver’s license (CDL) and commercial learner’s permit (CLP) holders’ drug and alcohol program violations. If you have not registered to the FMCSA database, please note registration is required.*

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $34.29 and $40.01.

As applicable, this role may also receive overtime compensation.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.

***EOE– Race/Color/Religion/Sex/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/ Age/Genetic Information /Protected Veteran/Disability Status***