Shuttle Driver: Auto Allowance, Great Benefits, 401K Match

Glovis America, Inc.; Shreveport (LA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability

14 paid Holidays

Vacation 80 hours

Sick 40+ hours

401K with generous match

Tuition Reimbursement

Auto Allowance $125/mo

Wellness Reimbursement $50/mo

Referral Bonuses

Years of Service Awards & Employee EAP

Job summary

Glovis America, Inc., a logistics provider based in Irvine, CA, is seeking a Shuttle Driver to manage the movement and parking of new factory vehicles at its Shreveport, LA site. The role emphasizes safe vehicle handling, adherence to schedules, and multi-department collaboration.

Responsibilities include driving and parking vehicles per procedures, performing pre-drive inspections, and supporting various processing stages.

Qualifications

• Requires cross-training in other departments.
• Schedule flexibility including holidays, extended hours and weekends.
• Ability to read and write and follow instructions.
• Good hand-eye coordination and perception.
• Able to operate both automatic and manual transmissions.
• Accurately record and verify numerical data (up to 17 characters).
• Demonstrated mechanical abilities and knowledge of automobile components.

Responsibilities

• Drive finished-product vehicles to designated locations and follow schedule/route.
• Inspect vehicles before driving; ensure damage-free condition.
• Prepare vehicles for processing and perform yard duties (tire pressure, battery checks).
• Drive vehicles on/off conveyors and assist with fueling and car washes.
• Perform periodic checklists and document issues to management.
• Carry out other duties as assigned under Shuttle Driver roles (e.g., FIL Driver, UBc-related tasks).
• Maintain safety and compliance with port policies and road regulations.

Skills

Cross-train

Flexibility

Reading & Writing

Verbal & Written Instructions

Depth Perception

Drive Automatic & Manual

Record Numbers

Mechanical Abilities

Automobile Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D

Driver’s License (Unrestricted)

1 Year Experience or Equivalent

Mechanical/Port-Processing Experience (Preferred)

Job description

COME BE A PART OF OUR EXCELLENT TEAM!

• High School Diploma Preferred, but NOT Required
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 100% Company Paid Employee Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• 14 paid Company Holidays
• 80 Hours of Vacation
• 40+ Hours of Sick
• 401K w/ GENEROUS Match
• Eligible Tuition Reimbursement
• Eligible for Auto Allowance of $125 per Month
• Eligible for Wellness Reimbursement of up to $50.00 Per Month
• Eligible to Receive Referral Bonuses
• Years of Service Awards, Employee Assistance Program, Frequent Employee Appreciation Events & More!!

About GLOVIS America Inc.

GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.

Summary

Under the direction of the Supervisor and Team Leader's instructions, this position will conduct safe, efficient vehicle movement and parking as well as to conduct preparations on new factory condition vehicles for various stages of logistics processing.

Responsibilities

• Drives new finished-product vehicles to designated locations
  • Drive and park vehicles per the Transportation & Handling Manual
  • Drive vehicles following a set schedule or route
  • Drivers must have the stamina to sit for several hours at a time, and the hand-eye coordination to operate their vehicles while watching their surroundings to maximize safety
  • Maintain constant contact with the Team Leader and keep track of pickup and drop-off locations as necessary
  • Before driving vehicles, inspect vehicles to ensure that it is damage-free and functioning correctly
  • Must follow all Port traffic policies and posted speed limits
  • Any unsafe conditions or road hazards encountered must be reported to management
  • If their vehicle develops mechanical difficulties or sustains damage of any type, drivers must document the problems and report to management
  • Read and understand parking location maps
• Prepares vehicles for various stages of processing
  • Performs various yard activities as directed:
  • Performs tire pressure checks using a hand-held pressure gauge
  • Performs battery condition checks using hand-held equipment
  • Drives vehicles on/off conveyors
  • Removes exterior/interior plastic protective wrap
  • Drives vehicles to fueling stations and through automated car washes
  • Remove trash from vehicles
  • Complete checklists as required
• All other duties as assigned under Shuttle Driver including, but not limited to:
  • Driver
  • FIL Driver
  • UBC-Plant Driver
  • Shuttle-Plant-UBC
  • Shuttle-UBC-Storage, PIO, VPC
  • Conveyor Driver
  • PIO Driver
  • Van Driver
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Must be willing and able to cross-train in other departmental needs Required
• Requires flexibility with schedule including break times as well as working extended hours, weekends, and holidays Required
• Ability to read and write Required
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Required
• Good depth perception and hand-eye coordination Required
• Ability to drive both automatic and straight shift vehicles Required
• Ability to record and verify numbers 17 characters in length Required
• Must have demonstrated mechanical abilities Required
• Must have a general knowledge of automobile components Required

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma/G.E.D Required
• Must hold a valid state-issued driver's license without restrictions Required
• 1 year of experience required OR an equivalent combination of education and experience Required
• Experienced in mechanical, installation experience in a port-processing environment Preferred

Glovis America, Inc. adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state, and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.

Physical Requirements

• Drive
• Lift up to 50lbs
• Carry up to 50lbs
• Push/pull
• Bend/stoop
• Kneel
• Squat/crouch
• Stand, Walk

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working and Environmental Conditions

This position works in a plant manufacturing/warehouse setting at Shreveport, LA

• Exposure to loud noises from vehicles and heavy machinery
• Exposure to indoor and outdoor weather conditions
• Exposure to chemicals/fumes

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of skills and abilities required to do the job. Glovis America, Inc. reserves the right to alter and change this job description at any time without notice based on business needs.