Yard Driver CDL-A

Schedule:

Sunday through Thursday (Fridays & Saturdays off)

Hours:

Start time around 5pm

Work Location:

1201 Progress Rd., Suffolk, VA 23434

The Yard Driver is responsible for moving tractor trailers to/from the loading docks and parking loaded or empty trailers in designated areas. The Yard Driver will transport tractor trailers to off‑site maintenance and/or inspection facilities requiring local city driving. All driving is expected to be completed safely in accordance with all Company policies and Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Responsible for fueling, moving and parking tractors and trailers, ensuring safety, and communicating professionally with co‑workers and vendors.

• Perform all required safety checks (i.e. pre/post‑trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to DOT regulations; report all safety issues or repairs required.
• Follow all DOT regulations and Company safe‑driving guidelines and policies; immediately report any safety hazards.
• Safely move trailers to/from loading docks and to/from designated parking areas.
• Handle and return all necessary paperwork related to off‑site maintenance and/or inspection facility interactions.
• Ensure that tractor, trailer and freight are appropriately locked and/or secured at all times.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in the tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required.
• At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience.
• 12 months of tractor‑trailer experience.
• Internal candidates may be promoted with less than 6 months experience with good performance record and in accordance with driver training program requirements where applicable.
• Must be able to work the scheduled, assigned times and required overtime for the position.
• Valid CDL
  
  A.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable).
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years.
• Pass pre‑employment drug test.
• Pass road test.
• Valid current DOT Health Card and/or able to secure new DOT Health Card.

$1400 Weekly

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Food and Beverage Services

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