Vehicle Shuttle Driver

Road & Rail Services; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company匹配

Paid holidays and vacation

Annual shoe wear allowance

Company-issued PPE

Opportunities for advancement

Veterans welcome

Job summary

Road & Rail Services is seeking a Vehicle Yard Driver in Elwood, IL. The role involves walking around each vehicle, inspecting for damage, and transporting vehicles within the yard to designated areas. The position requires working outdoors in an active yard environment and entails adherence to safety procedures.

Pay is $18.00 per hour with full-time status and availability on weekends. This is not a delivery or rideshare job, but a hands-on role suitable for individuals who enjoy driving,

Qualifications

• Hold a valid state driver’s license and operate company vehicles or equipment.
• Report to work consistently and on time.
• Understand and follow verbal and written directions.
• Work carefully around moving vehicles in a fast-paced environment.
• Wear required PPE correctly.
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Walk around each vehicle and inspect it before movement.
• Document or report existing damage and safety issues.
• Transport vehicles through the facility using approved routes.
• Place vehicles in their assigned parking bays.
• Help maintain accurate vehicle inventory.
• Follow site traffic rules and safety procedures.
• Assist with tag-and-rinse wash operations where applicable.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Perform additional operational tasks as directed by management.

Skills

Driver's license

Punctuality

Safety compliance

PPE usage

Weekend availability

Job description

Vehicle Yard Driver – Elwood, IL

Company: Road & Rail Services

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Position Type: Full-Time

Availability: Weekends required

Drive New Vehicles and Stay Active

Road & Rail Services is looking for safety-minded drivers to support vehicle-processing operations in Elwood, Illinois. You will check new vehicles for visible damage and transport them between designated locations on the customer's property before shipment.

This job takes place in an active vehicle yard and requires regular outdoor work. It is not a delivery, rideshare, or valet position. It may be a great fit if you enjoy driving, working independently, and moving throughout your shift.

Primary Duties

• Walk around each vehicle and inspect it before movement
• Document or report existing damage and safety issues
• Transport vehicles through the facility using approved routes
• Place vehicles in their assigned parking bays
• Help maintain accurate vehicle inventory
• Follow site traffic rules and all applicable safety procedures
• Assist with tag-and-rinse wash operations at applicable locations
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas
• Perform additional operational tasks as directed by management

Qualifications

• Hold a valid state driver's license when operating company vehicles or equipment
• Report to work consistently and on time
• Understand and follow verbal and written directions
• Work carefully around moving vehicles in a fast-paced environment
• Wear required personal protective equipment correctly
• Have flexibility to work weekends, holidays, overtime, and adjusted schedules when business demands require it

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Most duties are completed outside in a working automotive facility. Employees must be prepared to:

Perform work in hot or cold temperatures, rain, dust, noise, and changing weather

Remain standing or walking for extended periods

Regularly bend, kneel, turn, and reach when entering and exiting vehicles or shuttle vans

Stay attentive while working near vehicle traffic

Encounter water mist, moisture, and condensation when assigned near tag-and-rinse equipment

Employee Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Annual allowance for shoe wear
• Company-issued personal protective equipment
• Opportunities to advance within the organization
• We welcome veterans and are committed to recognizing and promoting employees who demonstrate strong performance and dependability.

About Road & Rail Services

Road & Rail Services has supported transportation and rail operations across North America since 1987. Our teams provide vehicle-processing, terminal, plant, and rail-equipment maintenance services to railroads, shippers, and equipment owners.