CDL Shuttle Truck Driver

Lift & Shuttle Truck Driver

Responsibilities and requirements for the Lift & Shuttle Truck Driver position.

• 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.
• If load is not properly secured notify dispatch and, if necessary, use straps/load locks for securement.
• Review BOL for accuracy, 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 preventive maintenance and repairs with local lease provider (Penske/Ryder).
• Contact safety and dispatch immediately after a safety incident (follow Company Accident/Incident process).
• On‑time pickup 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 safety department, company leadership/associates, other motorists, shippers, receivers, law enforcement personnel, and DOT officers, etc.
• Pull the 5th wheel release, tandem axle releases and open/close trailer doors in all types of weather conditions.
• Adjust trailer pin height by turning the metal crank mounted on the trailer to move the landing gear upward and downward to position the trailer properly for hooking or disconnecting the tractor to the trailer or to operate hydraulic 5th wheel.
• Adapt quickly according to road conditions, environment, traffic patterns, weather conditions, and job demands.
• Work weekends as needed.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by leadership.
• Load and unload trailers (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 using trailer door strap (peekaboo strap).
• Chain tires due to 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.
• Engage actively in safety and quality programs.
• Identify and report safety concerns.
• Ensure safety of yourself, 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 forklift inspection.
• Move product from trailers into warehouse using forklift.
• Conduct regular short hauls of finished goods to/from warehouse and customer.
• Validate inventory in trailers.
• Assist with warehouse consolidation as needed.
• Perform post‑shift forklift inspection.

• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers.
• Moderate organizational skills, including the ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Read Standard English text for pack‑list requirements.
• Communicate with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Perform effectively in environments with frequent workload changes and competing demands.
• Use basic math to add, subtract, multiply, and divide to…