CDL Driver - 2nd Shift

Customs Goods LLC; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Custom Goods LLC in Carson, CA is seeking a Class A Yard Driver to move and shuttle trailers and containers within our facility. You will operate a yard truck, hook and drop, and perform routine inspections.

The role requires a valid Class A CDL and an active medical card, with safety and reliability as priorities. You will coordinate with dispatch and warehouse staff, with overtime as needed to support operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate equipment safely in a busy yard.
• Valid Class A CDL with an active medical card.
• Clear communication and teamwork with dispatch and staff.

Responsibilities

• Move, spot, and shuttle trailers and containers within the yard.
• Hook and drop trailers per dispatch instructions.
• Perform pre- and post-shift vehicle inspections.
• Keep the vehicle clean and maintained for safe operation.
• Communicate with dispatch using tablet or radio.
• Stage trailers for loading/unloading as directed.
• Report major equipment issues to management.

Skills

Equipment handling safely

English comprehension

Basic math

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

Class A CDL

Medical card

Job description

Custom Goods LLC is currently looking for a Class A Yard Driver to join its safety-conscious team in Carson, CA. This individual will operate a yard truck (spotter/hostler) to move, spot, and shuttle trailers and containers within our facility and yard. This individual must take direction and work with little supervision to support our growing operations.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Move, spot, and shuttle trailers and containers between dock doors, staging areas, and yard parking spots within the facility.
• Hook and drop trailers according to dispatch instructions and yard check assignments.
• Perform inspections of your vehicle before and following each shift.
• Always ensure your vehicle is kept clean.
• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive your assigned yard truck.
• Ensure the trailer hitch/fifth wheel is properly and securely attached to the yard truck.
• Communicate with dispatch and warehouse staff as needed using the truck tablet or radio.
• Conduct yard checks, verifying trailer/container numbers, seals, and locations.
• Notify managers of any major maintenance or equipment issues encountered.
• Always make safety a priority.
• Stage empty or loaded trailers for loading, unloading, or outbound pickup as directed.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Other Requirements

• Class A CDL
• Active Medical card
• General mechanical knowledge
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations
• Overtime work required to meet department needs

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to handle equipment and vehicles safely and sensibly, including in tight yard spaces.
• Ability to understand spoken/written English.
• Must have basic math skills for inventory counts.
• Be reliable, safe, and a team player.
• Exhibited good job performance and behavior as measured through indicators such as teamwork, attendance, quality, and productivity, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Use three points of contact when entering/exiting the truck.
• Ability to maintain single-task focus and situational awareness.
• Ability to push, pull, grasp, and fine manipulation of equipment using hands is ongoing throughout the work hours.
• Walking on uneven surfaces is possible, though infrequently.
• Sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Frequent entering and exiting the vehicle to hook/unhook trailers.

Custom Goods, LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, age, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

This commitment extends to all aspects of Quik Pick Express employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Custom Goods is a comprehensive logistics provider specializing in warehousing, transportation, and custom examination sites, delivering personalized, data-driven supply chain solutions across 30+ national locations.

Warehousing and Storage Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

Company size 501–1,000 employees

Company type Privately held Founded 1962

Total funding 0

Momentum

Team growth

Momentum

Team growth

13% in 12 mo

349 employees on LinkedIn

Capital

Funding history

Footprint

Where they work

1035 E Watson Center Rd, Carson, California 90745, US