Shuttle Relay Driver at US Foods

Gainesville, Georgia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Food Distribution, Logistics, TransportationIndustries

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have valid CDL A issued by the state of legal residence with necessary endorsements and DOT qualified
Double Endorsement License Required
Minimum six months commercial truck driving experience or three months of foodservice or food and beverage truck delivery experience required
Registering to the FMCSA Clearinghouse is a requirement by the Department of Transportation (visit https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/register)

Responsibilities

Check Route Numbers and Account Numbers for All Assigned Deliveries
Check Customer Invoices of Product That Has Been Loaded
Moving Tractor to The Loading Dock to Attach Pre-Loaded Trailer And/or Attach 2nd Trailer with The Dolly
Hook trailers carefully making sure all connections are correct
Use Electronic Time Keeping System to Log in Time at Stop Site
Check for Returns and Paperwork on Trailers Shuttling Back to The Distribution Center
Performing Safety Checks on The Truck and Trailer
Fuel (As Required by The Division); Unhooking and Secure Trailer; Parking and Securing Tractor and Hand Truck
Operate a tractor-trailer (potentially doubles) between US FOODS® distribution centers and shuttle yards, switching out loaded trailers with empty trailers safely and efficiently

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

CDL ATractor-Trailer OperationDoubles TrailersTrailer HookupElectronic Time KeepingRoute CheckingInvoice Verification

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the starting pay for the Shuttle Relay Driver position?

CDL A Delivery Truck Drivers start at $26.47 an hour plus incentive pay.

What benefits are offered for this role?

Benefits start day one and include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), life insurance, and paid parental leave.

What is the work schedule for this position?

The schedule is Sunday - Thursday with a 5/6pm start until complete.

What qualifications and skills are required for the Shuttle Truck Driver role?

Candidates must be at least 21 years old, have a valid CDL A with necessary endorsements including Double Endorsement, be DOT qualified, and have minimum six months commercial truck driving experience or three months foodservice delivery experience. Registration with the FMCSA Clearinghouse is required.

What does US Foods look for in great Shuttle Truck Drivers?

Great drivers strive for integrity and reliability while building trusting relationships with customers, and they embody the pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service.

US Foods

Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About US Foods

US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters

1853Year Founded

$340.5KTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.

$500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.

Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.

Differentiation

US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.

The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.

US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.

Upsides

Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.

Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.

Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.

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