Yard Driver |CDL-A | $30 HR | Hopedale MA

Job Description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Road Warrior Staffing is hiring a dependable Yard Driver for a full-time opportunity in Hopedale, Massachusetts.

This position offers up to $30 per hour, a consistent Wednesday–Saturday schedule, and a 4:00 PM start time. The driver will operate an automatic yard goat and move, stage, and position trailers within a busy distribution yard.

Both qualified Non-CDL and CDL-A candidates may be considered. The final pay rate for a Non-CDL driver is pending confirmation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced yard driver, yard jockey, hostler, or commercial driver seeking steady local work with no over-the-road travel.

Pay and Schedule

• Up to $30 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Full-time position
• Wednesday–Saturday
• 4:00 PM start time
• Overtime may be available
• Additional weekend work may be required during peak periods
• Local yard operation
• Home daily

DutiesDuties

• Safely operate an automatic yard goat
• Move and stage trailers throughout the distribution yard
• Spot trailers accurately at assigned dock doors
• Reposition trailers between parking, loading, and staging areas
• Perform frequent backing maneuvers in a busy yard
• Couple and uncouple trailers safely
• Conduct required pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections
• Verify trailer numbers and assigned locations
• Maintain accurate records of trailer movements
• Communicate with yard management, dispatch, and warehouse personnel
• Follow all yard traffic patterns and safety procedures
• Report equipment, trailer, freight, or safety concerns promptly
• Handle freight when required
• Lift and handle items weighing up to 75 pounds

Freight and Equipment

• Automatic yard goat
• Yard-only operation
• Various types of freight
• Freight may be palletized or consist of individual pieces
• 100% touch freight when handling is required
• Lifting requirement of up to 75 pounds
• No assigned delivery route
• Equipment is currently available

QualificationsQualifications

• Valid driver’s license
• CDL-A candidates may be considered
• Current DOT Medical Card
• Previous yard-goat, yard-hostler, yard-jockey, or tractor-trailer experience preferred
• Strong backing and trailer-spotting skills
• Comfortable working in a busy distribution yard
• Ability to safely couple and uncouple trailers
• Willing and able to perform touch-freight duties
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Available Wednesday–Saturday beginning at 4:00 PM
• Available for overtime or additional weekend work when required
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Must meet applicable company, DOT, and insurance requirements
• Must successfully complete the required background check, drug screening, and yard test

Interview and Yard-Test Process

• Qualified candidates will complete an in-person interview and yard test
• Appointments are generally available Monday–Friday at approximately 9:00 AM
• Candidates should bring their driver’s license and DOT Medical Card
• Immediate consideration is available for qualified applicants

BenefitsBenefits

• Competitive pay of up to $30 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Full-time employment
• Consistent Wednesday–Saturday schedule
• Local work with daily home time
• Automatic yard equipment
• Overtime opportunities may be available
• Available equipment
• Road Warrior Staffing support throughout the hiring process

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