🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: San Bernardino, CA
- Route type: Local DC-to-DC Shuttle (Drop & Hook)
- Freight: Dry van trailer repositioning between Inland Empire distribution centers (e-commerce & retail staging)
- Schedule: Night shift dispatch 6:00 PM–10:00 PM, 8–12 hour structured shuttle cycles
📋 Job Description
- Move loaded and empty trailers between San Bernardino, Ontario, and Riverside distribution hubs on scheduled shuttle loops
- Perform drop & hook operations in high-volume yard environments with continuous freight flow pressure
- Navigate I-10, I-215, and CA-60 corridors during low-traffic night windows to maintain tight dispatch timing
- Coordinate trailer staging with warehouse dock teams to prevent congestion and missed outbound loads
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on mixed fleet tractors before each shuttle cycle
- Adjust to dynamic yard assignments driven by e-commerce surges and real-time DC capacity needs
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
6+ months preferred (yard or shuttle experience a plus)
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record, no major violations
Physical
Coupling/uncoupling trailers, yard movement in tight DC environments
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Mixed fleet tractors: Freightliner Cascadia (2022–2025), Kenworth T680, Volvo VNL units
- Telematics systems include Samsara and Omnitracs with occasional legacy ELD integration delays
- High-yard utilization fleet with rotating maintenance schedules and occasional dispatch delays during peak volume shifts
🏠 Home Time
- Home daily after night shift completion
- Consistent return to San Bernardino base after each shuttle cycle
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- San Bernardino, CA ↔ Ontario, CA via I-10 corridor (DC-to-DC trailer exchange runs)
- San Bernardino, CA ↔ Riverside, CA via I-215 / CA-60 (warehouse staging and redistribution loop)
- Ontario, CA ↔ Rialto/San Bernardino logistics belt via CA-210 / I-10 interchange freight cycle
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
💰 Bonus Structure
Bonus structure is tied to safety performance, consistent shuttle execution, and yard efficiency in high-volume Inland Empire distribution operations.
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is this strictly a local night shift job?
Yes, all shuttle routes are within the Inland Empire and return to base daily after night operations.
Do I need experience with yard driving?
Not required, but backing and tight-space maneuvering experience will significantly improve performance in this role.
What kind of freight will I handle?
Primarily dry van trailers carrying retail and e-commerce freight between distribution centers.
Are schedules consistent?
Yes, routes are structured but can shift slightly based on warehouse volume and trailer availability.
What equipment will I drive?
Mixed fleet tractors including Freightliner, Kenworth, and Volvo units with standard ELD systems.
Is overtime available?
Yes, overtime occurs during peak warehouse demand and trailer backlog cycles.
💼 Career Opportunities
This CDL-A shuttle position in San Bernardino provides a stable entry point into high-frequency warehouse logistics within the Inland Empire distribution network. Drivers gain hands-on exposure to one of the most active freight corridors in the United States, where continuous e-commerce and retail demand keeps trailer movement constant between major DC campuses in Ontario, Riverside, and San Bernardino.
Over time, drivers can transition into dedicated regional accounts, yard management roles, trainer positions, or move into regional and short-haul linehaul operations. While advancement is not automatic, consistent performance in tight-dock environments and night-shift reliability often opens internal opportunities within carrier networks.
The Inland Empire logistics ecosystem is highly competitive, meaning experienced shuttle drivers are frequently considered for higher-paying dedicated freight lanes, especially in retail distribution, food logistics, and intermodal support operations connected to Southern California’s freight economy.
🔗 CDL-A Local Shuttle Driver – DC to DC Transfers | Night Shift – San Bernardino, CA
San Bernardino sits at the core of the Inland Empire freight corridor, one of the most densely concentrated logistics regions in the United States. CDL-A drivers in this area support continuous trailer movement between large-scale distribution centers serving e-commerce, retail chains, and regional manufacturing supply lines. The local shuttle structure reduces long-haul strain while maintaining high operational tempo, especially during night shift windows when freeway congestion on I-10, I-215, and CA-60 is minimal. Drivers benefit from predictable home-daily schedules, structured dispatch cycles, and steady weekly earnings ranging between $1,200–$1,500. This role is ideal for professionals who prefer controlled routes, drop-and-hook efficiency, and consistent yard-to-yard freight flow. Inland Empire logistics demand continues to grow, making shuttle positions a foundational part of the regional supply chain network.
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