Shuttle Driver

Location:

Pikeville, KY

Pay Range:
Day rate $223.00; 1st Load $44, 2nd Load $66

Schedule:

4 days a week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday) with overtime as needed. Start time 9:30 AM – 10 AM.

The Shuttle Driver operates diesel-powered tractor‑trailer combinations to transport products between a production facility and a local warehouse. This local logistical position follows a set route, allowing drivers to return home daily.

• Complete start‑shift activities, review work schedule, and check equipment before operations.
• Operate vehicles safely, follow all motor‑vehicle laws, and complete safety training and inspections (DOT pre‑trip and post‑trip).
• Conduct pre‑trip, post‑trip, and in‑route safety inspections to ensure compliance with FMCSA regulations.
• Maintain safe, legal operation of the tractor‑trailer, including adherence to all company policies.
• Accurately record freight paperwork, obtain signatures, and upload bill of lading and proof of delivery using the Samsara device.
• Use electronic logs to record daily service hours in accordance with FMCSA, state, and company requirements.
• Load, secure, and manage cargo, operating landing gear, cargo doors, and trailer slides as needed.
• Ensure timely departures from the facility per published start times.
• Couple and uncouple trailers, slide tandems, and refuel with diesel fuel and DEF.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Navigate steps, platforms, and uneven surfaces to safely enter/exit tractors and trailers while lifting up to 25 lbs (occasionally up to 100 lbs).
• Walk, bend, climb, kneel, and squat frequently for trailer operations.
• Back trailers into dock doors with adjacent trailers.
• Read and comprehend instructions from Driver Manager and production/receiving facilities.
• Operate landing gear and cargo doors safely while climbing on and off the vehicle.

• At least 21 years of age.
• Minimum of 12 months of verifiable driving experience within the previous 24 months.
• Valid Class A CDL for interstate driving using manual and automatic transmissions, without an air‑brake restriction.
• Successful completion of pre‑employment DOT drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Acceptable driving record required.
• Fluent in reading, speaking, and writing English; understand highway traffic signs and signals.

• N/A

• Variable conditions; exposure to weather including high/low temperatures, humidity, wind, and rain.
• Approximately 25% of work time spent outdoors.

Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Entry level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing