CDL-A Yard Switcher: Home Daily, Growth & Benefits

National Shunt Service; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Comprehensive benefits

401K matching

Work-life balance

Referral bonuses

Recognition programs

Company events

Training & development

Positive culture

Job summary

National Shunt Service is hiring yard switchers to support our growing team at multiple US locations, including Bloomfield, CT. You will move trailers, coordinate with dispatch, inspect equipment, and follow safety procedures as part of a dedicated yard team.

Qualified candidates have a Class A CDL and at least one year on a yard truck, plus familiarity with fleet software and tablets. This is a full-time role with opportunities for advancement and a strong work/life balance.

Qualifications

• Must have Class A CDL.
• At least one year of yard truck or double axle experience.
• Pass a yard driving test, background check, and drug test.
• Experience with tablets and fleet software.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Safety-focused attitude and reliability.
• Refrigerated trailer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently move trailers in and out of dock doors and between facilities.
• Maintain routine communication with dispatch/yard control on trailer placement.
• Inspect shunt truck daily, report repairs to regional manager.
• Use proprietary software to receive and complete moves as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines at all times.
• Inspect trailers and assist with yard operations as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Class A CDL

Yard trailer driving

Background check

Fleet software

Tablets / mobile devices

Customer service

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Tools

Proprietary fleet software

Tablets & mobile devices

Job description

National Shunt Service is hiring yard switchers to support our growing team at multiple US locations, including Bloomfield, CT. You will move trailers, coordinate with dispatch, inspect equipment, and follow safety procedures as part of a dedicated yard team.

Qualified candidates have a Class A CDL and at least one year on a yard truck, plus familiarity with fleet software and tablets. This is a full-time role with opportunities for advancement and a strong work/life balance.