Class A Shuttle Driver

Class A Shuttle DriverThis is a union-represented position covered by a collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees receive health and welfare benefits through the Teamsters Managed Health Care Trust, which may include medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employees may be eligible for pension benefits through the Teamsters Pension Plan, with employer contributions made in accordance with the agreement. Employees with other qualifying medical coverage may have the option to participate in an annuity plan in lieu of health coverage. All wages, benefits, and eligibility requirements are governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement and Trust Fund rules.Position Details:Sunday - Thursday5:00PM Start TimePay: $29.00/hourPosition Purpose: As a Shuttle Driver, you will play a vital role in the operation of our business by transporting empty trailers to the Operating Company warehouse locations and turn around and deliver full trailers to domicile/shuttle yard locations. The Shuttle Driver drives a tandem trailer, tractor trailer and/or straight truck on intrastate and interstate routes for the purpose of transporting empty trailers to the Operating Company warehouse locations. Turns around and delivers full trailers with various products to domicile/shuttle yard locations in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:Performs all required safety checks (i.e., pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspects tractor/truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed.Reports all safety issues and/or repairs required.Follows all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies. Immediately reports all safety hazards. Inspects trailer for properly loaded and secured freight.Ensures all required route paperwork is with tractor trailer load and available to driver upon dispatch.Drives and delivers trailers according to predetermined route schedule.Performs hook/unhook procedures per safety guidelines.Parks and stores tractor trailers in designated areas.Ensures all equipment and freight are appropriately locked and/or always secured.Collects and secures damaged goods and customer returns in empty trailer to bring back to driver check-in at base facility and complete necessary paperwork.Unloads all equipment, materials and remove trash from trailers as required.Completes daily record of hours of service and enter in log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements.Performs general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required.Performs other related duties as assigned.Qualifications:High School Diploma/GED1+ year or more commercial driving experienceValid CDL A with Doubles EndorsementMust be 21 years of ageMeet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 yearsWork required 3rd shift schedule, Sunday -Thursday nights (schedules may vary)Pass pre-employment drug testPass road testValid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health CardAble to hand-lift and utilize two-wheeler, lift gate and/or other equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight of varying size and weight throughout shift; product generally ranges from approximately 60 to 90 pounds, depending on the location.Preferred qualifications:1+ years commercial driving experienceFoodservice distribution industry experienceOnboard computer and electronic log system experience (i.e. PeopleNet)Hand-held point of delivery scanning system experience (i.e. POD)EEO Statement: Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.