Job Details: Job Location: Augusta, Georgia - Augusta, GA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $21.00 - $21.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: Road Warrior, Job Category: Transportation, About Us Founded in 1959, Delaware Valley Floral Group (DVFG) has grown from a small family business into one of the nation’s largest floral distribution companies. For more than six decades, we’ve delivered premium fresh flowers and floral supplies to retail florists, event designers, and supermarkets across the country. We aim to be our customers’ most valuable supplier - and we believe our employees are the key to making that happen. About the Role The Backup Shuttle Driver supports the Augusta Distribution Team by providing reliable, safe transportation of fresh flowers and related products between distribution locations as needed. This position helps ensure products arrive safely and on time while maintaining high standards for vehicle safety, regulatory compliance, and customer service. What You’ll Do Safely operate a refrigerated straight truck to transport fresh flowers, greens, floral supplies, and related products between distribution locations. Provide backup coverage for the shuttle driver and support transportation needs on an as-needed basis. Ensure products are transported safely and delivered according to established schedules and routes. Load, unload, and handle products efficiently while maintaining product quality and minimizing damage. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe vehicle and ensure equipment is functioning properly. Follow assigned routes and use maps or GPS to support safe and efficient transportation. Maintain compliance with company policies, DOT requirements, and all applicable safety standards. Communicate effectively with warehouse personnel, drivers, and other team members to support smooth daily operations. Work Environment & Physical Requirements This role requires the ability to work in a warehouse and refrigerated cooler environment, including temperatures of approximately 34°F. The position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing in and out of a truck, and loading and unloading products. The ability to regularly lift and move products weighing up to 60 pounds is required, with or without reasonable accommodation. Compensation & Benefits (What’s in it for you) This is an as-needed backup position and benefits are not available for this position. Other Information Position Type: As-needed backup position Schedule: Start time is typically 1:00 AM, with end time based on completion of assigned transportation needs. Availability: Must be available to provide backup coverage as needed. Travel: Local transportation between assigned distribution locations is required. Work Location: Augusta Distribution Team Driver Requirements: Experience operating a 26-foot straight truck or larger is required. DOT: Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid DOT Medical Card. Qualifications: What You’ll Bring High school diploma or equivalent preferred. At least 2 years professional experience operating a 26-foot straight truck or larger is required. Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Ability to obtain and maintain a valid DOT Medical Card. Must be at least 21 years of age. Ability to safely lift and move products weighing up to 60 pounds. Experience with refrigerated vehicles and/or warehouse environments preferred. Ability to safely operate pallet jacks and other equipment used for loading and unloading products. Comfortable using maps and GPS for route planning and navigation. Strong communication and customer service skills. Excellent time management, dependability, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment. Must successfully complete required pre-employment screenings. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.