Elite CDL Yard Drivers Team

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Full Time Driver Baltimore, MD, US

5 days ago Requisition

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CDL A Required | Spotter / Switcher / Hostler | True Travel Position

US 1 Shorthaul is building an Elite Fleet Travel Team made up of highly skilled CDL A yard drivers who can step into customer sites across the country and make an immediate impact.

This is not a standard local yard position.

This is not an OTR freight position.

This is a true travel role for experienced drivers who are comfortable being away from home for extended periods while supporting high-priority customer locations.

Elite Fleet drivers may be assigned to a site for several weeks to a few months at a time and will stay in hotels near the assigned location while working that site.

If you are a strong backer, a reliable operator, and someone who takes pride in being trusted for critical assignments, this may be the right fit.

• Support customer sites across the U.S. based on operational need
• Perform high-volume yard moves in fast-paced environments
• Spot, switch, and hostle 48’–53’ trailers safely and efficiently
• Complete drop & hook moves only —
  no freight handling
• Conduct yard audits and pre/post-trip inspections
• Operate yard trucks and/or day cabs at assigned customer sites
• Step into different locations with professionalism, flexibility, and confidence
• Represent US 1 Shorthaul as part of a trusted travel support team

This is a true travel position
. Drivers must be comfortable with extended hotel-based assignments.

Elite Fleet drivers should be prepared to:

• Travel to customer sites across the U.S.
• Stay in hotels near the assigned site for several weeks or potentially a few months at a time
• Work at different customer locations based on business needs
• Be away from home for extended periods
• Work different shifts, climates, and site environments
• Travel up to 80–100% of the time

Hotel accommodations are arranged while on travel assignments.

This role is ideal for CDL A drivers who:

• Are highly skilled at backing 48’–53’ trailers
• Prefer yard work over OTR freight
• Are comfortable with extended travel and hotel stays
• Adapt quickly to new sites, teams, and customer expectations
• Are dependable, safety-focused, and professional
• Want steady work without freight loading or unloading
• Take pride in being part of a trusted, high-performing team

• Valid CDL Class A
• Proven experience backing 48’–53’ trailers to dock doors
• Yard jockey, spotter, switcher, hostler, local, or OTR experience may qualify
• No preventable DOT accidents in the past 3 years
• Clean Clearinghouse and acceptable PSP
• Ability to travel for extended assignments
• Ability to work different shifts, climates, and locations
• Must pass background check and drug screening
• Weekly pay
• Overtime paid after 40 hours
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Travel accommodations arranged

US 1 Shorthaul provides short-division logistics services across 48 states, leading with safety, integrity, and operational excellence. Our Elite Fleet Travel Team supports customer sites nationwide with experienced drivers who bring skill, dependability, and professionalism wherever they are needed.

If you are a high-skill CDL A yard driver who is comfortable with extended travel, hotel-based assignments, and supporting different customer sites across the U.S., apply today.

US 1 Shorthaul is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. In keeping with our commitment, we welcome all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. US 1 Shorthaul does not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, and/or local laws.

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