🗺 Location & Operations Context
- Base city: San Bernardino, Inland Empire logistics corridor
- Freight ecosystem: Manufacturing plants, packaging facilities, and regional DC networks
- Operational density: High-volume industrial parks across Fontana, Ontario, Rialto
- Shift structure: Continuous shuttle cycles aligned with production waves
- Flow model: Plant output → staging yards → warehouse distribution centers
📋 Job Description
- Move trailers between manufacturing plants and regional warehouses on short-haul loops
- Perform drop & hook operations in high-frequency yard environments
- Coordinate dock scheduling with warehouse supervisors and forklift teams
- Stage inbound/outbound trailers during production cycle peaks
- Conduct inspections: lights, seals, landing gear, trailer positioning
- Update ELD and yard management system (YMS) for real-time freight tracking
- Maintain continuous shuttle rhythm aligned with production output timing
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Required – valid CDL-A license
Experience
Entry-level accepted with training support
Age
21+ minimum requirement
MVR
Clean driving record preferred, no major violations
Physical
Yard driving, backing, coupling, and dock alignment tasks
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Tractors: International LT / Freightliner day cabs + yard tractors
- Fleet age: 2–6 years average rotation
- Transmission: Automatic
- Technology: GPS tracking, YMS integration, ELD dispatch sync
- Maintenance: Preventive service with rapid yard turnaround scheduling
🏠 Home Time
- Home daily after shift completion
- Fixed or rotating schedules depending on plant demand
- Optional weekend shifts during production surges
- Predictable dispatch cycles tied to warehouse intake windows
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- San Bernardino Industrial Park → Ontario Distribution Hub (I-10 corridor)
- Fontana Manufacturing Yard → Riverside Warehouse Cluster (I-215 loop)
- Rialto Plant → Moreno Valley DC network (SR-60 corridor)
- Ontario Intermodal Facility → Colton staging yards (I-15 connector routes)
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior CDL experience?
No, entry-level drivers are accepted with structured yard training.
Is this over-the-road driving?
No, this is a local shuttle role with short-haul industrial routes only.
What type of freight is handled?
Palletized industrial goods, packaging materials, and manufacturing components.
What is the typical schedule?
Shift-based cycles aligned with production demand, usually consistent weekly rotations.
Are overtime hours available?
Yes, overtime is available during peak production cycles and warehouse demand surges.
What equipment will I operate?
Day cabs, yard tractors, and standard 53ft dry van trailers.
💼 Career Opportunities
This position sits within the Inland Empire manufacturing logistics network, where continuous freight movement supports one of the most active industrial corridors in Southern California. Drivers begin in structured yard shuttle operations, gaining experience in dock coordination, trailer staging, and production-driven scheduling. Over time, they can transition into local delivery routes, dedicated regional accounts, or specialized fleet operations depending on performance and reliability. The region’s high warehouse density across San Bernardino, Fontana, and Ontario creates consistent demand for experienced CDL-A drivers who understand tight scheduling environments. Long-term opportunities include dispatcher roles, yard supervisor positions, and fleet training responsibilities. Many drivers remain within the same logistics ecosystem due to its stability and predictable freight cycles tied to manufacturing output and retail distribution networks.
🔗 Manufacturing Shuttle Driver – San Bernardino, CA
San Bernardino operates as a core Inland Empire logistics hub where manufacturing output is continuously transferred into regional warehouse and distribution systems. This CDL-A shuttle role supports short-haul freight movement between production plants and DC facilities across nearby industrial corridors. With pay ranging from $1,300 to $1,900 weekly, the position reflects steady demand for structured yard and dock operations rather than long-haul trucking. Drivers operate within high-frequency dispatch cycles, ensuring trailers are staged and moved in alignment with production schedules. The role remains stable due to ongoing warehouse expansion, industrial growth, and just-in-time supply chain requirements across Southern California.
🚀 Apply for This CDL-A Position
Complete the application for Manufacturing Shuttle Driver in San Bernardino, CA.