CDL A Shuttle Driver

Des Moines, IA, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Exact $31.20

Work Schedule

Night Shifts

Benefits

competitive pay

Health Insurance

wellness benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, the broadline distributor arm of Performance Food Group (PFG), is a leading foodservice distributor dedicated to serving a diverse range of customers across the United States. With a strong emphasis on building close relationships with its customers, including independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries, Performance Foodservice offers more than just food distribution. The company's expert team, consisting of sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and other specialists, collaborate closely with clients to provide tailored advice on menu development, operational strategies, product selection, and overall business improvement to help independent restaurant owners and other customers thrive in competitive markets.

Performance Foodservice values an inclusive and safe working environment, emphasizing culture centered on rewards, recognition, and respect. The organization offers competitive pay with additional attractive benefits such as Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, and Paid Time Off, among others. Their employment opportunities offer growth potential for individuals committed to playing essential roles in supporting America’s food distribution system, ensuring that food reaches customers reliably and efficiently.

The Shuttle Driver at Performance Foodservice plays a crucial role in the company's food supply chain operations. This position is responsible for transporting empty trailers to warehouse locations and delivering fully loaded trailers to designated domicile or shuttle yard locations. The role demands operation of tandem trailers, tractor trailers, or straight trucks on both intrastate and interstate routes, adhering strictly to Department of Transportation regulations to maintain safety and delivery accuracy.

The Shuttle Driver is an important representative of the company, tasked not only with timely and secure delivery of goods but also with establishing and maintaining positive relationships with customers, vendors, and co-workers through professional communication and exemplary service. Responsibilities include comprehensive safety checks like pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and trailers, reporting maintenance needs, ensuring freight is properly secured, performing hook/unhook procedures safely, as well as securely storing and handling equipment and freight.

Furthermore, the role involves completion of accurate daily records of hours of service and compliance with federal, state, and company regulations. Keeping equipment and trailers clean, managing damaged goods appropriately, and assisting with general housekeeping tasks in the loading dock area are also essential duties. The job operates primarily on nighttime routes, scheduled from Sunday to Thursday with dispatching after 5:30 pm, and requires a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Doubles Endorsement. Performance Foodservice seeks candidates who demonstrate professionalism, strong communication, and a commitment to safety and excellence in delivery operations.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or GED or state approved equivalent
Valid CDL A with Doubles Endorsement
Minimum 12 months commercial driving experience
Must be 21 years of age or older
Clean motor vehicle report for past 3 years
Valid current DOT Health Card or ability to secure one
Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
Pass road test
Ability to work the 3rd shift schedule, Sunday-Thursday nights
Ability to hand-lift and utilize equipment to move freight of varying weight
Meet all state licensing and certification requirements where applicable

Job Qualifications

12 months commercial driving experience
High school diploma or GED or state approved equivalent
Internal candidates must be in good standing
Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills
Valid CDL A with Doubles Endorsement
Must be 21 years of age
Meet all state licensing and or certification requirements where applicable
Clean Motor Vehicle Report for past 3 years
Work required 3rd shift schedule, Sunday-Thursday nights
Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check
Pass road test
Valid current DOT Health Card and or able to secure new DOT Health Card
Able to hand-lift and utilize two-wheeler, lift gate and or other equipment to move and or stack product cases or freight of varying size and weight throughout shift
Product generally ranges from between 10-35 pounds and up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location

Job Duties

Performs all required safety checks including pre and post-trip inspections of tractor, truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation regulations
Reports all safety issues and repairs required
Follows all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies
Ensures all required route paperwork is with tractor trailer load and available upon dispatch
Drives and delivers trailers according to predetermined route schedule
Performs hook and unhook procedures per safety guidelines
Parks and stores tractor trailers in designated areas
Ensures all equipment and freight are appropriately locked and 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 removes trash from trailers as required
Completes daily record of hours of service and enters log in accordance with Federal DOT, state, and company requirements
Performs general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keeps trailers clear and clean as required
Performs other related duties as assigned