CDL Class A Driver (Yard)

Spee-Dee Delivery Service; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

401(k) plan

Quarterly bonuses

Job summary

Spee Dee Delivery Service, a family-owned company based in St. Cloud, MN, seeks a CDL Class A Driver (Yard) to coordinate incoming and outgoing trailers at the yard. This role emphasizes loading, unloading, and smooth trailer switches across local routes.

Hours are Monday–Friday with a 8:00 PM start, and 10–15 hours of overtime weekly. Wage ranges from $23 to $27 per hour, depending on experience; overtime paid after 40 hours. Benefits include health and dental insurance, PTO, and more.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a manual transmission.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a doubles/triples endorsement.
• Must possess good customer service and organizational skills.
• Must be able to work independently and make quick decisions.

Responsibilities

• Transfer incoming trailers into loading docks and move them when emptied.
• Switch outbound terminal trailers once they are loaded.
• Make local picks-ups in surrounding area.
• Replace trailers when Transport drivers leave.
• Remove empty pallets from unloaded trailers.
• Coordinate unloading and loading of LTL pallets.
• Communicate with warehouse management to synchronize switches.
• Communicate with Heavy Duty Mechanics on maintenance and repairs.
• Wash the exterior of tractor and equipment daily.
• Assist other drivers with loading, delivery, or pick up as needed.

Skills

Manual transmission

Doubles/Triples endorsement

Customer service

Independence & quick decisions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Spee Dee Delivery is a family owned and operated company that was started in 1978 by Donald and Sylvia Weeres. Our core business is in standard, next-day, ground delivery. The corporate headquarters and main sort facility is located in St. Cloud, MN. We currently employ over 1,800 employees company wide and over the years we have expanded throughout the Midwest.

Job Summary

The CDL Class A Driver (Yard) is responsible for the coordination of incoming trailers from branches and the movement of outgoing trailers as they are loaded.

Hours and Wages

• Monday-Friday, 8:00PM start - completion of route
• 10-15 hours of overtime expected each week
• Paid OT at time and a half after 40 hours per week
• $23.00-$27.00 per hour, based on experience

Duties and Responsibilities

• Transfer incoming trailers into loading docks and move them when emptied
• Switch outbound terminal trailers once they are loaded
• Make local pick-ups in surrounding area
• Replace trailers when Transport drivers leave
• Remove empty pallets from unloaded trailers
• Coordinate unloading and loading of LTL pallets
• Communicate with warehouse management to synchronize switches
• Communicate with Heavy Duty Mechanics on maintenance and repairs
• Wash the exterior of tractor and equipment daily
• Assist other drivers with loading, delivery, or pick up as needed

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to operate a manual transmission
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a doubles/triples endorsement
• Must possess good customer service and organizational skills
• Must be able to work independently and make quick decisions

Education and Experience

• At least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Hold a valid CDL Class A driver's license with a good driving record that meets company standards

Physical Requirements

• Ability to pass a DOT physical
• Ability to lift 75 pounds
• Full range of motion with no limits on grasping, standing, squatting, stair climbing, walking, etc.
• Ability to work with all types to freight which include, but are not limited to hazardous material, perishable food and alcohol, firearms, ammunition, and live animals

Benefits

• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) Plan, Quarterly Bonuses, and more.

EEO and Aff…

Spee Dee Delivery Service, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.