Yard Driver / Spotter CDL A

NFI; Tracy (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Rx benefits

401k Plan

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

NFI is seeking a dedicated yard spotter in Tracy, CA to keep dock operations flowing. You will move trailers with spotter trucks, coordinate with drivers, and maintain steady schedules with dependable weekly pay in a role where routines stay familiar.

We offer medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and a safety‑driven, late‑model fleet. Join a family‑owned company that values its people and rewards reliability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age.
• Acceptable references from past employers.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers efficiently in the yard using spotter trucks.
• Support yard operations with consistent, safe practices.
• Adhere to federal, state laws and customer rules.
• Ensure timely completion of shifting and parking as per schedule.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-conscious

Communication

Tools

Spotter trucks

Dry van equipment

Refrigerated equipment

Job description

This dedicated spotter position is built for drivers who value routine, precision, and consistency. Keep yard operations flowing by moving trailers efficiently with modern equipment, steady schedules, and dependable weekly pay all in a role where every shift looks familiar and expectations stay clear.

Join NFI To Take Advantage Of

• Hourly pay of $25.50 - $26.50
• Local work with daily home time
• Dedicated spotter operation using spotter trucks, dry van, and refrigerated equipment
• Medical, dental, vision, & Rx benefits
• Late-model fleet with advanced technology and safety features
• Our shops maintain an estimated 60% of our trucks and trailers

Pay Range: 25.50-26.25 per_hour, General Benefits: Employees are also eligible for a robust benefit program, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Paid Parental Leave, among other benefit plan options.

Step Into The Yard: What It Takes To Drive with NFI

• Minimum 21 years of age
• Acceptable references from past employers

At NFI, people come first—always. For over 90 years, we’ve built our reputation as a trusted, family-owned and operated logistics company by valuing every person behind the operation and focusing on our dedicated customers. We know that professional drivers are the heart of what we do, and that’s why at NFI, you are more than just a number—you’re known by name, celebrated for your hard work, and supported every step of the way. Because relationships matter, we’ve built a culture rooted in respect and recognition. We provide the tools and support you need to succeed and grow your trucking career. Whether you're looking for a local trucking job or a regional driving route with a company that cares, NFI is where drivers thrive—because we’re not just in the freight business, we’re in the people business.

NFI Driver Expectations And Requirements

• Perform all duties safely and responsibly.
• Follow all federal and/or state laws, regulations, and/or customer rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Physically capable of performing all job duties, which include moving frequently, standing, walking, and sitting. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs/23 kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 lbs/45 kg.
• Ability to report all problems with equipment, as well as accidents, traffic violations, and damage before, during, and after the route.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle and safely and frequently enter/exit the vehicle as well as the rear cargo area.
• Ability to perform routes, pickups & deliveries based on customer requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. The Company will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job.

NFI Operating Center: 167