Yard Driver

National DCP; Twinsburg (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

NationalDCP is hiring for a yard shuttle/driver role stationed in Twinsburg, OH. The position covers moves of tractor/trailers, door routing, safety checks, and yard maintenance within the distribution center.

You will operate both manual and automatic transmissions, document fuel and inspections, and coordinate with supervisors for backhauls and equipment issues. A CDL-A and clean MVR are valued, with a focus on reliability and safety.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A License with minimum six months driving experience.
• Current medical card required.
• Clean motor vehicle record (MVR) per DCP hiring guidelines.
• Ability to operate both manual and automatic transmissions.
• On-Board Computer/Electronic Log System experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Move tractor/trailers to and from loading/receiving doors of the Distribution Center.
• Perform visual inspection of shuttle trailers for road readiness.
• Direct all drivers to the correct/assigned door.
• Park trucks and/or trailers.
• Check fluid levels and report if low; enter fuel amounts into computer.
• Inform supervisor of backhauls and schedule accordingly.
• Set up shuttles and coordinate routes.
• Inform supervisor of equipment breakdowns and tag out damaged trailers.
• Perform temperature checks on trailers and ensure correct settings.
• Ensure pallets/trailers are safe to move and stored properly.
• Respond quickly to trailer move requests and maintain route sheets.
• Provide coverage for shuttle and route services as needed (Class A required).
• Handle related yard tasks as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A License

Clean MVR

Manual transmission

Automatic transmission

On-Board Computer / ELD experience

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexible schedule

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Location: Twinsburg, OHJob Type: Full-timeShift: Night/Day hours

• Sunday-Thursday
• 3:00 pm - 1:00 am
• 4-5 days per week, depending on business need
• Coverage for shuttle drivers
• Yard driver, dock/maintenance moves

Why Join Us?

• Competitive hourly pay: $29.06/hr.
• Top earners make $90,000 + per year
• Solo routes

Benefits you can count on:

NationalDCP offers a robust benefits suite check out our career page for our full list of benefits

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) / Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company‑paid life, AD&D, short‑and long‑term disability
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, discretionary) & paid holidays and more!
• Additional benefits: employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition discount program, and more!

Responsibilities

What you’ll do

• Moves tractor/trailers to and from loading / receiving doors of the Distribution Center.
• Perform visual inspection of shuttle trailers for road readiness.
• Direct all drivers to the correct/assigned door.
• Park trucks and/or trailers.
• Check fluid levels (fuel) – notify supervisor if low. Enter fuel amounts into computer on tractor.
• Inform Supervisor of backhauls – refer to backhaul list.
• Set up shuttles.
• Inform supervisor of breakdowns in equipment. Contain spills and inform supervisor. Report equipment defects. Check that all wheel chock blocks are being used.
• Perform temperature checks on trailers for freezer and cooler. Make sure temps are set correctly and maintained.
• Be sure all pallet trailers are in good condition and safe to be moved. Tag out-of-service trailers and/or move to appropriate storage location.
• Respond to requests in a timely manner for trailer moves in and out of doors.
• Maintain accurate route sheet calling out new trailers, out-of-service trailers and trailers returning to service.
• Provide coverage for shuttle and route services as needed (Class A required).
• All other related yard tasks (cranking landing gear, etc)

Qualifications

Qualifications you bring:

• CDL Class A License preferred, minimum six (6) months driving experience
• Current medical card required
• Must have a clean motor vehicle record (MVR) in accordance with DCP guidelines for hiring
• Must be able to operate a manual and automatic transmission tractor
• On Board Computer/Electronic Log System Experience preferred
• Ability to work well with little supervision
• Ability to interact well with all employees
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Flexible to varying work schedule

Equal Opportunity Employer: NDCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status

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