Yard Driver (A.M. Shift) - $5K Sign-On & Retention Bonus

DSV; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Overtime

Home Daily

Medical Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Bi-weekly pay

Referral Bonus

Paid orientation

Job summary

DSV is hiring a Yard Driver (AM Shift) in Lancaster, TX. This role moves trailers, performs pre-trip inspections, and coordinates with dispatch to prioritize yard activity. CDL-A holders with a clean DOT record and 2+ years of yard experience are preferred.

DSV offers competitive pay, a $5,000 sign-on bonus, overtime potential, comprehensive benefits, and daily home time. Join a team that values safety and teamwork in a fast-paced yard environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL.
• Meet all DOT qualification requirements under FMCSR Part 391, including a current DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Minimum of two years of verified commercial driving experience within past four years; three+ years preferred.
• Basic computer and ELD proficiency.
• Satisfactory motor vehicle record and employment history.
• No positive drug or alcohol test within past five years.
• No DUI/DWI/reckless driving conviction or speeding violation within past five years.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers, containers, and equipment to and from loading docks, staging areas, and parking locations within the yard.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of yard tractors, trailers, and equipment and report defects.
• Ensure trailers are properly secured, chocked, sealed, and docked according to safety procedures.
• Coordinate with dispatch, warehouse staff, and operations personnel to prioritize trailer moves and dock assignments.
• Verify trailer numbers, seals, and load documentation prior to movement.
• Assist in yard organization, including staging trailers in designated areas.

Skills

CDL-A

DOT/FMCSR compliance

2+ years driving

ELD proficiency

Motor vehicle record clean

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Yard management systems

Handheld scanners

Job description

• Yard Driver (A.M. Shift) - $5K Sign-On & Retention Bonus
• Lancaster

If you are a current DSV employee and interested in a position in another country,please contact your Human Resource representative to discuss the process and requirements of applying.

Job area: Terminal/Warehouse/Transport

DSV – Global transport and logistics

What moves you?

At DSV, we move more than goods. We move careers, ambitions and opportunities. With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we are the global leader in transport and logistics, and it is our people who bring our services and solutions to life every day. From frontline operations to business functions, every role contributes to keeping supply chains flowing and societies running. Here, you are trusted to take ownership, act on your ideas and make decisions that create real impact. It is a place where people, careers and ideas keep moving forward. We value transparency in how we communicate and collaborate, and we win together by supporting each other, challenging each other and delivering results as a team.

Start here. Go anywhere

This is our promise of movement. A promise that your work matters, your contribution counts, and your career can move as far as your ambition takes it. If you are looking to make an impact, grow your career and be part of something bigger, DSV is the place to be. Visit dsv.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook #StartHereGoAnywhere #LifeAtDSV

Division:Road
Job Posting Title: Yard Driver
Time Type: Full Time, AM Shift

Benefits of Driving with DSV

• Annual gross wage of $57,000 - $66,000, dependent on shift and own personal performance.
• $5K Sign-On & Retention Bonus
• Eligible for 5-15 hours of overtime per week based on business needs.
• Home every day.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (eligible on the first of the month following 30 days of employment).
• Company paid short-term & long-term disability and life insurance.
• 401K plan with up to 5% company match.
• Generous PTO package – including vacation, sick time, birthday holiday, 3 floating holidays, and 6 paid holidays a year.
• Bi-weekly pay with Daily Pay options.
• $1,000 Referral Bonus Program.
• Paid orientation including transportation, lodging, and meals.

Qualifications & Experience

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Meet all DOT qualification requirements under FMCSR Part 391, including maintaining a current DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Minimum of two (2) years of verified commercial driving experience within the past four (4) years; three (3) or more years preferred.
• Basic computer and electronic logging device (ELD) proficiency.
• Satisfactory motor vehicle record and employment history.
• No positive drug or alcohol test within the past five (5) years.
• No DUI, DWI, reckless driving conviction, or speeding violation of 12 MPH or more over the posted speed limit within the past five (5) years.
• No preventable accident involving bodily injury within the past three (3) years.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Move trailers, containers, and equipment to and from loading docks, staging areas, and parking locations within the yard.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of yard tractors, trailers, and equipment and report defects or damage.
• Ensure trailers are properly secured, chocked, sealed, and docked according to safety procedures.
• Coordinate with dispatch, warehouse staff, and operations personnel to prioritize trailer moves and dock assignments.
• Verify trailer numbers, seals, and load documentation prior to movement.
• Assist in yard organization, including staging empty and loaded trailers in designated areas.
• Monitor yard conditions and immediately report safety hazards, equipment issues, or security concerns.
• Maintain cleanliness and operational readiness of assigned yard tractor and equipment.
• Comply with company policies, OSHA safety standards, and site-specific safety procedures.
• Support shipping and receiving operations during peak periods as directed.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operational needs.

Work Experience & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Previous yard driver, hostler, shuttler, warehouse, or transportation experience strongly preferred.
• Experience operating a yard tractor, terminal tractor, or similar equipment preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain company yard certification and safety training.
• Class – A license required
• Basic understanding of trailer types, coupling/uncoupling procedures, and dock operations preferred.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays as operational needs require.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong safety awareness and adherence to procedures
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Time management and prioritization
• Situational awareness in high-traffic environments
• Basic technology skills (handheld scanners, tablets, or yard management systems)

Physical Demands

This position requires frequent sitting while operating a yard tractor and frequent entering and exiting the vehicle throughout the shift. The employee must be able to climb in and out of equipment, couple and uncouple trailers, and perform inspections that involve bending, kneeling, squatting, reaching, and walking on uneven surfaces. The role requires the ability to lift and move items up to approximately 50 pounds occasionally and to work in tight spaces around docks and trailers.

Work Environment

The Yard Driver primarily works outdoors in a busy transportation yard or terminal environment and is regularly exposed to moving vehicles, heavy equipment, varying weather conditions, noise, dust, and diesel fumes. The position requires working around loading docks, trailers, and warehouse operations and may involve day, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts based on business needs.

For this position, the expected pay is $22.00 hour Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy. eligible drivers can earn a $5,000 Sign-On & Retention Bonus based on continued employment and the terms of the bonus program.

Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase . Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] . If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

What moves you?

At DSV, we move more than goods. We move careers, ambitions and opportunities. With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we are the global leader in transport and logistics, and it is our people who bring our services and solutions to life every day. From frontline operations to business functions, every role contributes to keeping supply chains flowing and societies running. Here, you are trusted to take ownership, act on your ideas and make decisions that create real impact. It is a place where people, careers and ideas keep moving forward. We value transparency in how we communicate and collaborate, and we win together by supporting each other, challenging each other and delivering results as a team.

Start here. Go anywhere

This is our promise of movement. A promise that your work matters, your contribution counts, and your career can move as far as your ambition takes it. If you are looking to make an impact, grow your career and be part of something bigger, DSV is the place to be. Visit dsv.com and follow us on LinkedIn , Instagram and Facebook #StartHereGoAnywhere #LifeAtDSV