🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Los Angeles, CA
- Route type: Local shuttle (terminal-to-terminal)
- Freight: Parcel freight, sealed dry van drop & hook
- Schedule: Overnight structured dispatch, fixed terminal windows
📋 Job Description
- Move trailers between FedEx/UPS regional terminals and sortation hubs
- Operate structured overnight shuttle routes across LA Metro and Inland Empire
- Perform drop-and-hook trailer exchanges at distribution centers
- Support cross-dock freight movement between Commerce, Ontario, and Fontana hubs
- Maintain scheduled dispatch timing for parcel network flow
- Work within controlled logistics environment with predictable routing
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
6–12 months tractor-trailer experience preferred
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record preferred for terminal access
Physical
Routine trailer coupling and yard movement operations
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Dedicated shuttle tractors
- Fleet average age: Modern fleet (updated terminal equipment)
- Features: Automatic transmission, GPS dispatch, drop & hook system
🗓 Typical Weekly Schedule
- Monday – Overnight shuttle runs between LA and Ontario hubs
- Tuesday – Commerce to Inland Empire terminal transfers
- Wednesday – Repeat structured hub-to-hub routes
- Thursday – Peak parcel redistribution lanes
- Friday – Final shuttle cycles, return to home terminal
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Commerce, CA ↔ Ontario, CA distribution hubs
- Los Angeles, CA ↔ Fontana, CA cross-dock lanes
- South Gate, CA ↔ Rialto, CA terminal shuttle routes
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
💰 Bonus Structure
Terminal shuttle operations include structured bonus opportunities based on performance and shift reliability.
📝 Hiring Process
⭐ Why Drivers Choose This Job
- Home daily schedule with predictable overnight runs
- No-touch freight with drop-and-hook efficiency
- Stable work backed by national parcel networks
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need experience with FedEx or UPS systems?
No, general CDL-A experience is enough. Training is provided on terminal procedures.
Is this local or regional work?
It is strictly local shuttle work within Southern California logistics hubs.
Are there long-haul trips?
No, routes stay within LA Metro and Inland Empire corridors.
What kind of freight is handled?
Sealed parcel freight in 53’ dry van trailers with drop-and-hook operations.
Do I get home daily?
Yes, drivers return home after each overnight shift.
Is overtime available?
Occasionally during peak parcel seasons like holidays and high-volume periods.
📊 Local Market Insights
Los Angeles sits at the center of one of the busiest parcel logistics networks in the United States, driven by continuous FedEx and UPS hub operations. Freight constantly moves between Commerce, Ontario, Fontana, and surrounding Inland Empire distribution centers. The region operates on 24/7 shipping cycles, with overnight shuttle drivers playing a key role in keeping sortation facilities supplied. High e-commerce demand and dense warehouse infrastructure create steady, repeatable terminal-to-terminal runs rather than long-haul freight variability. This makes shuttle operations highly structured, with predictable dispatch windows and consistent nightly movement across Southern California logistics corridors.
🔗 FedEx / UPS CDL-A Shuttle Driver – Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles CDL-A shuttle drivers operate inside one of the most active logistics networks in the United States, connecting major FedEx and UPS distribution hubs across the Metro and Inland Empire region. This role focuses on structured overnight terminal-to-terminal freight movement using 53’ dry van trailers in a drop-and-hook system. Drivers handle predictable shuttle lanes between Commerce, Ontario, Fontana, and surrounding industrial zones where constant parcel flow demands continuous trailer repositioning. Unlike long-haul trucking, this position emphasizes stability, repeat routes, and daily home time. With steady e-commerce volume and high-frequency sortation cycles, drivers benefit from consistent schedules and minimal freight handling. It’s a strong fit for CDL-A drivers who prefer local, system-driven work inside a major national logistics corridor.
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