Night Yard Shunter (Dedicated) with CPC Training & Benefits

Fowler Welch; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded CPC training

Collision Free Year awards

Driver of the Year prizes

Healthcare Cash Plan

Life Insurance

Pension Scheme

Shopping vouchers monthly

Job summary

Fowler Welch in Washington is seeking an experienced Yard Shunter to support a busy chilled logistics operation. This is a dedicated yard-based role focused on shunting rather than road driving.

You will move trailers safely on and off loading bays, monitor yard movements, operate a yard shunting vehicle, and collaborate with transport and warehouse teams to keep the operation running smoothly. The shift runs Friday to Monday, 18:00–06:00, with funded CPC training and employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous yard shunting experience preferred.
• Dedicated shunting role in a fast-paced busy yard environment.
• Class 1 licence experience preferred, though not required for core duties.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers safely on and off loading bays during the shift.
• Monitor, patrol and maintain safe yard movements for yard safety.
• Operate a dedicated yard-based shunting vehicle.
• Help ensure trailers are positioned correctly and loaded on time.
• Work with transport and warehouse teams to keep operations running smoothly.
• Liaise with other departments to support loading/unloading.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, hygiene and housekeeping.

Skills

Yard shunting experience

Safety-conscious

Communication skills

Teamwork

Class 1 licence (preferred)

Reliability

Job description

Fowler Welch in Washington is seeking an experienced Yard Shunter to support a busy chilled logistics operation. This is a dedicated yard-based role focused on shunting rather than road driving.

You will move trailers safely on and off loading bays, monitor yard movements, operate a yard shunting vehicle, and collaborate with transport and warehouse teams to keep the operation running smoothly. The shift runs Friday to Monday, 18:00–06:00, with funded CPC training and employee benefits.