CDL Class A Yard Driver

Lakin Tire West Inc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly direct deposit pay

Paperless payroll statements

Group insurance (medical, dental, vis,

AD&D, supplemental life, and 401k

Paid Time Off

Free uniform service and shoe Reimb

Job summary

Liberty Tire Recycling, LLC is hiring a CDL Class A Yard Driver in Denver, CO. You will operate yard tractor-trailers, perform inspections, and move trailers as needed byWarehouse and Transportation departments.

The role requires a Class A CDL, 22+ years old, and an excellent driving record. Expect overtime, weekend work, and strict safety compliance; benefits and weekly pay available after initial period.

Qualifications

• Requires Class A CDL
• Minimum 22 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 1 year Hostler/Yard Driver experience with an excellent driving record
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills
• Backing: 2-year experience
• Hauling a 53ft trailer (and/or container on chassis)
• Operating 13-speed tractor
• Must be able to work overtime including weekends

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely following all laws and company standards
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and DVIRs; report defects
• Move trailers within yard or to dock as requested by Warehouse/Transportation
• Drive vehicle around plant and yards at low speeds
• Conduct preventive maintenance checks and service as needed
• Transport cargo using tractor-trailer (53ft) with capacity over 3 tons
• Maintain radio/phone contact with base for instructions
• Report damages the same day to supervisor
• Load/unload and disperse cargo or materials
• Establish professional relations with employees and public
• Work independently with minimal instruction
• Any other duties as assigned by the company
• Ensure compliance with plant safety requirements

Skills

Equipment operation

Safe driving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

53ft trailer operation

13-speed tractor operation

Job description

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CDL Class A Yard Driver

Warehouse Regular Full-Time Driver Denver, CO, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 3205

Job Description:

CDL Class A Yard Driver Needed

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the safe operation of equipment (tractor and trailers) following all local, state, federal, DOT laws and company standards.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects or repairs to dispatch through the successful completion of DVIR’s; maintain clean, safe equipment.
• Works in and around the main Yard moving trailers from yard to yard or to dock at the request of the Warehouse and or Transportation department.
• Drive and operate a vehicle under 15 mph in and around the plant and local yards lot/staging area.
• Be cognizant of the reality that the operation is a low mileage severe duty function requiring particular attention to preventive maintenance checks and services as well as actual scheduled vehicle maintenance.
• Drives truck with a capacity of more than 3 tons to transport and deliver cargo or materials.
• Maintains radio or telephone contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions or be dispatched.
• Reports any damages to base or appropriate supervisor, same day.
• Operates equipment on vehicle to load, unload, or disperse cargo or materials.
• Pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure the truck is in working order.
• Must function and interact daily with plant personnel and comply with plant safety requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the general public.
• Work independently with general instructions understanding prioritizing.
• Other duties will be assigned as necessary by the company.

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, & Skills):

• Requires Class A CDL
• CDL Drivers must be a minimum of 22 years of age
• Basic English and ability to communicate, understand written and spoken instructions.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum 1-year Hostler/Yard Driver experience driving experience, with an excellent driving record.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills
• Backing: 2-year experience
• Hauling a 53ft trailer (and/or container on chassis)
• Operating 13-speed tractor
• Must be able to work overtime as needed including weekends.

Physical Demands:

• Lift, carry, push and pull up average 30lbs, up to 50lbs pounds on a routine basis and be physically capable of climbing in a trailer unassisted.
• Perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed including weekends.

Starting Pay:

• $29.75 per hour.

Schedule:

• Monday-Friday and occasional Saturdays
• 40 hours per week, overtime is required

Job Type: Full-time

• The EXTRAS! Get paid WEEKLY on Friday’s! (Direct Deposit)
• Paperless Statements- online payroll access
• Group insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, AD&D, Supplemental life, and 401k) eligible after 60 days of employment)
• Paid Time Off
• Free Uniform Service plus semi-annual shoe reimbursement program

EEO Statement:

Lakin Tire West is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.