Tavares Shuttle Truck Driver(Full-time)-ALDI | Hiring
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Role in Tavares: Shuttle Truck Driver Employer: ALDI (Hiring in Tavares) Worksite: Tavares, FL
Pay: $25-$30/Hour (approx. $57.3k/Year) Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package. Clear growth pathways at our Tavares office.
Day-to-Day
Core objectives involve your professional skills in Transportation And Logistics.
- This Tavares-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our ALDI team in Tavares, FL is growing.
- Benefit from working in Tavares, a key hub for the Transportation And Logistics industry.
Company Overview
ALDI is one of America's premier grocery retailers, operating thousands of locations with a simple, efficient logistics model focused on providing fresh groceries at unbeatable prices. ALDI is widely recognized as an employer of choice, offering competitive CDL driver compensation, strong health benefits, and a transportation culture built on safety and reliability.
Role Description
As an ALDI Shuttle Truck Driver (CDL-A), you operate Class A commercial tractors handling short-haul trailer transfers between regional distribution hubs, off-site storage yards, and local store terminals. Shuttle drivers enjoy continuous local driving loops, consistent daily hours, zero over-the-road travel, and being home every night. You manage tractor-trailer couplings, perform yard safety checks, transfer ambient/reefer trailers, and assist with yard positioning when needed. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site driving presence (zero remote availability).
Key Responsibilities
- Operate Class A commercial tractors to shuttle trailers between local storage sites and the main distribution hub.
- Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip commercial vehicle inspections, logging DOT compliance metrics digitally.
- Execute trailer couplings, brake line connections, and safety checks for every local shuttle transfer run.
- Monitor reefer trailer temperatures and fuel levels during short-haul transit to preserve product quality.
- Maintain radio and digital communication with yard dispatchers to fulfill trailer movement priorities.
- Assist yard hostlers with docking and staging trailers during peak dispatch windows.
- Maintain exact digital logbook records for hours of service (HOS).
Qualifications & Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of application.
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A) with a clean motor vehicle record (MVR).
- Minimum 1+ years of verifiable Class A commercial driving experience required.
- Ability to pass DOT physical exam, background check, and drug screening.
- Physical capability for tractor coupling and manual trailer landing gear operation.
Job Type & Schedule
- Job Type: Full-Time (100% On-Site / Home Daily).
- Schedule: Home-daily short-haul schedule with flexible morning, afternoon, or evening shifts.
Benefits & Perks
- Market-leading hourly starting wages with guaranteed annual wage progression.
- Home-daily short-haul routes ensuring predictable local work schedules.
- Full medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage for eligible full-time drivers.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Paid vacation, personal days, and paid holiday premiums.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Tavares Shuttle Truck Driver-ALDI | Hiring position pay at ALDI?
Salary details for this Tavares Shuttle Truck Driver-ALDI | Hiring position vary aldid on experience, shift, and location. Check the application page for the most current pay information for the Tavares area.
Where is this Tavares Shuttle Truck Driver-ALDI | Hiring job located?
This position is aldid in Tavares, FL. ALDI has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Tavares.
Do I need my own vehicle for this delivery role?
ALDI typically provides delivery vehicles and equipment. A valid driver's license is required. Check the specific requirements listed in the job description for this Tavares position.
What benefits does ALDI offer for this position?
ALDI provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
What are the physical requirements for this delivery position?
Delivery roles require the ability to lift, carry, and deliver packages weighing up to 50 lbs. You should be comfortable entering and exiting a vehicle frequently and walking throughout your shift, including stairs.
What does a typical day look like as a Tavares Shuttle Truck Driver-ALDI | Hiring?
A typical shift involves loading your vehicle at an ALDI delivery station, then following an optimized route to deliver 150-300 packages to customers in the Tavares area. You'll use a mobile app for navigation and delivery confirmation.
