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

Job 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.

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

Duties

• 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

Qualifications

• 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

Benefits

• 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

Road Warrior Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Employment with Road Warrior Staffing is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen. Safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT-compliant testing as required by federal regulations.

This is a temporary-to-hire, contract, or direct-hire position through Road Warrior Staffing. This position is offered and managed by Road Warrior Staffing on behalf of our client.