CDL Class A Shuttle Driver

Bowling Green, KY, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Night Shifts

Benefits

competitive pay

Health Insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Safety bonus

Job Description

Performance Foodservice, a division of Performance Food Group (PFG), is one of the leading broadline food distributors in the United States. With a diverse customer base that includes independent restaurants, hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries, Performance Foodservice is dedicated to helping operators succeed by providing top-quality products, expert advice, and reliable delivery services. The company stands out from competitors by fostering close, consultative relationships with its customers through a team of compassionate sales representatives, chefs, consultants, and industry experts. This collaborative approach ensures customers receive personalized support in operations, menu development, and product selection. Performance Foodservice's commitment to excellence extends beyond delivering delicious food; it helps independent restaurant owners and other foodservice operators achieve their goals during every stage of their business journey.

This particular role is for a Shuttle Driver within Performance Foodservice's logistics team. The position offers a competitive daily pay rate of $271.30 with a schedule from Sunday to Thursday, generally dispatching around 4:00 PM. Employees begin receiving health and wellness benefits from day one, along with quarterly safety bonuses, an employee stock purchase plan, 401K employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and additional perks. This role is integral to the food distribution network by ensuring trailers—both empty and fully loaded—are transported safely and on schedule between warehouses and shuttle yard locations. As a Shuttle Driver, you will be operating tandem trailers, tractor-trailers, or straight trucks on both intrastate and interstate routes with strict adherence to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety policies.

In this role, you are not just responsible for transport logistics but are also the frontline representative of Performance Foodservice, interacting with customers, vendors, and coworkers professionally to maintain strong relationships. Duties include conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections, safely securing freight, completing all required paperwork, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. The position also requires proficiency in hook/unhook procedures, parking and securing equipment, and handling damaged goods or customer returns. As part of a team, the shuttle driver supports the company’s mission to deliver essential goods that sustain America’s food service industry. This job offers both stability and growth opportunities in an inclusive culture prioritizing safety, respect, and employee recognition, making it an ideal choice for experienced commercial drivers seeking a meaningful career in food distribution logistics.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 12 months commercial driving experience
Valid CDL A license with doubles endorsement
Must be at least 21 years old
Meet all state licensing and certification requirements
Clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for the last 3 years
Availability to work Sunday through Thursday night shifts
Successful completion of pre-employment drug test
Successful completion of road test
Possession of a valid current DOT health card or ability to obtain one
Ability to lift and handle packages weighing up to 90 pounds using appropriate equipment
Ability to perform safety inspections and follow DOT regulations
Strong communication skills for interacting with customers and coworkers
Commitment to a safe and respectful work environment

Job Qualifications

High school diploma/GED
12 plus months of commercial driving experience
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 to Thursday nights
Pass pre-employment drug test
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/freight of varying size and weight throughout shift
Product generally ranges from approximately 60 to 90 pounds depending on location

Job Duties

Performs all required safety checks including pre/post trip inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation regulations
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 removes 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