Class A CDL Yard Driver

DLM Pro; Town of Chester (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly home time

Consistent miles

Drop-and-hook freight

Modern automatic equipment

Paid holidays

PTO program

Stable year-round freight

Long-term career opportunity

Job summary

DLM Pro is seeking CDL-A regional drivers to haul intermodal container freight with a minimum of 1,800 miles per week and up to 2,800 miles for top performers, with regular home time and consistent year-round freight.

Expect modern automatic equipment, a high percentage of drop-and-hook freight, and a supportive operations team; benefits include weekly home time, paid holidays, PTO accrual, and long-term career opportunities.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL.
• Minimum 3 months of Class A CDL driving experience.
• Hazmat endorsement required within 90 days of hire.
• Strong safety record and dependable work ethic.
• Ability to operate safely in a regional environment.

Skills

CDL-A

3 months experience

Hazmat endorsement

Safety record

Work ethic

Regional operation

Job description

Join a dedicated CDL-A fleet that offers steady miles, reliable home time, and consistent year-round freight. This regional position is ideal for drivers looking for a stable operation with a strong mix of drop-and-hook freight, modern equipment, and the opportunity to maximize weekly earning potential.

Drivers on this account haul intermodal container freight and can expect a minimum of 1,800 miles per week, with top performers running up to 2,800 miles while maintaining regular home time. With a high percentage of drop-and-hook freight, newer automatic equipment, and a supportive operations team, this account provides the consistency and stability professional drivers are looking for.

Compensation and Benefits

• Average $65,000 per year
• Holiday pay available after one year of service
• $190 holiday pay for:
  • Thanksgiving
  • Christmas
  • New Year's Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Labor Day
  • Independence Day
• Drivers are not required to work holidays
• Paid Time Off accrual begins immediately
• Consistent year-round freight

PTO Accrual

• 1+ years: 10 PTO days annually
• 6+ years: 15 PTO days annually
• 14+ years: 20 PTO days annually

Job Details

• Home weekly
• Dedicated intermodal freight account
• Minimum expectation of 1,800 miles per week
• Top drivers may run up to 2,800 miles per week
• Approximately 75% drop-and-hook freight
• Approximately 25% live load/unload freight
• 100% container and chassis freight
• Small percentage of refrigerated freight
• Consistent freight volumes year-round

Equipment

• Mid-roof conventional tractors
• Automatic Freightliner and International trucks
• Average fleet age of approximately 2.5 years
• Modern, well-maintained equipment

Requirements

• Valid Class A CDL
• Minimum 3 months of Class A CDL driving experience
• Hazmat endorsement required within 90 days of hire
• Strong safety record
• Professional and dependable work ethic
• Ability to operate safely in a regional environment

Training

• 1 to 2 weeks of training
• Hotel accommodations provided during training

Parking Information

• Drivers living within 50 miles of the terminal may be required to park equipment at the account
• Parking procedures vary based on driver domicile location

Benefits

• Weekly home time
• Consistent miles
• High percentage of drop-and-hook freight
• Modern automatic equipment
• Paid holidays
• PTO program
• Stable year-round freight
• Long-term career opportunity