Yard Driver: Evening Shifts, Safe Trailer Handling

Saddle Creek Logistics Services; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits package

HSA with employer contribution

401(k) match

Vacation accrual

Job summary

Saddle Creek Logistics Services is hiring a Yard Driver (Non DOT) in Lakeland, FL. The role covers yard tasks, trailer movement within yard boundaries, and safety inspections.

The schedule is Thursday to Saturday, 4:30 PM to 4:00 AM, with benefits and weekly pay. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, at least 1 year of yard tractor-trailer experience, and the ability to work overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have at least 1 year of tractor-trailer yard experience.
• Ability to work overtime and adjust schedule as needed.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Safely maneuver a tractor and trailer in a compact yard area.
• Complete yard checks daily.
• Move empty trailers to shipping doors and attach loaded trailers to doors as directed.
• Perform pre- and post-shift safety inspections.
• Open trailer doors and slide tandems when required.
• Place wheel chocks and safely back trailers as needed.
• Keep tractor clean and in good sanitary condition.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Attention to safety

Customer service

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Saddle Creek Logistics Services is hiring a Yard Driver (Non DOT) in Lakeland, FL. The role covers yard tasks, trailer movement within yard boundaries, and safety inspections.

The schedule is Thursday to Saturday, 4:30 PM to 4:00 AM, with benefits and weekly pay. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, at least 1 year of yard tractor-trailer experience, and the ability to work overtime.