CDL Shuttle Truck Driver

Responsibilities

• Transport goods and freight from one location to another using a truck or tractor‑trailer.
• Complete a pre/post trip inspection on tractor and trailer before and after each trip to ensure safety and functionality.
• Inspect load to ensure cargo is properly loaded and secured.
• Notify dispatch if load is not properly secured and use straps/load locks as needed.
• Review BOL for accuracy and maintain signed POD for submission to shipping coordinators as required.
• Contact maintenance team and Penske repair hotline when repairs/inspections/certifications are needed for tractor or trailer.
• Schedule preventative maintenance and repairs with local Lease provider (Penske/Ryder).
• Contact safety and dispatch immediately after a safety incident (follow company accident/incident process).
• Execute on‑time pick‑up and delivery from consignee.
• Comply with all traffic laws and FMCSR regulations, including hours of service restrictions.
• Monitor weather and road conditions to adjust driving accordingly.
• Manage cargo securement and load distribution to prevent damage or accidents.
• Submit daily fuel receipts.
• Communicate professionally with the safety department, company leadership/associates, other motorists, shippers, receivers, law enforcement personnel, and DOT officers.
• Pull the 5th wheel release, tandem axle releases and open/close trailer doors in all weather conditions.
• Adjust trailer pin height by turning the metal crank mounted on the trailer to position the trailer properly for hooking or disconnecting the tractor to the trailer or operate hydraulic 5th wheel for the same purpose.
• Adapt quickly to road conditions, environment, traffic patterns, weather, and job demands.
• Work weekends as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.
• Load and unload trailers using hand/fork truck/pallet jack.
• Pick/pack materials for shipping.
• Upon certification at company, safely utilize powered equipment (reach truck/fork truck/pallet jack, etc.) per facility rules and regulations.
• Utilize company WMS (MII) to manage inventory and trailer loading/unloading.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts.
• Perform cycle counts and physical inventories when a bin is filled, completed, or emptied.
• Assist in breaking down empty gaylords as required.
• Assist other drivers/material handlers as assigned by leadership.
• Do not use power equipment in a facility until certified at that specific location.
• Shuttle equipment to and from repair location as required.
• Open doors utilizing trailer door strap (peekaboo strap).
• Use chain of tires in inclement weather (follow state regulations).
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness per maintenance processes.
• Complete yard checks as requested by leadership.
• Maintain a safe and friendly work environment.
• Perform other functions as necessary or as assigned.
• Assist in warehouse cleaning.
• Report damages and unsafe conditions.
• Assist other material handlers as needed or directed by warehouse manager.
• Be actively engaged in safety and quality programs.
• Identify and report safety concerns.
• Take responsibility for the safety of yourself, your co‑workers, and the environment.
• Maintain a current non‑expired Class A CDL/valid DOT medical certificate.
• Attend all operational/safety meetings as requested by leadership.
• Perform pre‑shift inspection of forklift.
• Move product from trailers into warehouse using forklift.
• Conduct regular short hauls of finished goods to/from warehouse and customers.
• Validate inventory in trailers.
• Assist with warehouse consolidation as needed.
• Perform post‑shift inspection of forklift.

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co‑workers.
• Organize tasks and complete multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Read Standard English text for requirements on packing lists.
• Communicate with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Perform effectively in environments with frequent workload changes and competing demands.
• Use simple math to add, subtract, multiply, and divide for material calculations.
• Make appropriate job decisions following standard policies and prior precedents.
• Use verbal communication to operate a radio or paging system to contact other coworkers.
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