Class A Yard Driver

JOB TITLE: Yard Driver

DEPARTMENT: Operations

JOB STATUS: Non-Exempt

SHIFT: Monday-Friday, (7pm-5am)

PAY: $33.00/hr, ~85,000 annually

REPORTS TO: Service Center Manager

Cross Country Freight Solutions (CCFS) is an exceptional company with a mission to achieve universal prosperity with our Customers, Company, Team Members, & Communities. We use the latest technology to provide quality service and on-time delivery to our customers. CCFS provides direct service throughout the Upper Midwest, and Western regions, along with parts of the Southwest region. We look forward to having you Hitch on and Prosper with us!

Cross Country Freight Solutions is in search of Class A drivers with a passion for customer service and a safety-first mindset to join our dynamic team. The CDL A position is a Route Delivery Driver position in which you will operate a Company motor vehicle to transfer freight safely and efficiently to and from specified locations by a specified time. This position unloads, sorts, palletizes, and reloads a wide variety of freight, manually or with the aid of a mechanical device.

Completes all paperwork required by government regulations and Company procedures/policies.

• Drives a straight truck or tractor‑trailer combination in a safe and legal manner.
• Hook and unhook various commercial combinations, manually lower and raise landing gear, operate fifth wheel release levers, lock and release pintle‑hooks, attach and release safety chains, open and close cargo doors, climb into and out of vehicles, and fuel and check oil/coolant levels of vehicles.
• Conduct pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain driving records required to comply with State and Federal regulations.
• Determine optimal method for loading freight to minimize damage and maximize trailer capacity; secure cargo within the vehicle to avoid damage.
• Adhere to applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding safety and hazardous materials.
• Clean and maintain the interior and exterior of vehicles according to Company vehicle standards.

• Valid Class A CDL
• At least 21 years of age
• 1 year of commercial driving experience
• No DUI’s or DWI’s (in the past 3 years)
• No more than 3 traffic violations (in past 3 years)
• Must have Hazmat and Tanker endorsements or be willing to obtain - renewals reimbursable
• Must be able to expertly maneuver a straight truck or tractor‑trailer in difficult driving conditions.
• Previous freight handling, forklift, and electric pallet jack experience preferred.

• Must be able to frequently enter and exit the cab of a commercial vehicle.
• Must be able to safely maneuver freight/pallets weighing up to 2,500 pounds onto a dolly or cart with a force of up to 130 pounds with mechanical aid in various environments/conditions.
• Must be able to carry freight weighing up to 40 pounds for a distance of up to 20 feet.
• Must be able to hook and unhook various commercial combinations, manually lower and raise landing gear, operate fifth wheel release levers, lock and release pintle‑hooks, attach and release safety chains, open and close cargo doors, climb into and out of vehicles, and fuel and check oil/coolant levels of vehicles.

• Local, Home Daily
• Dedicated Routes + Consistent Miles/Hours Worked
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• PTO, Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Wellness Time Off
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Biweekly Pay