Yard Switcher - AM

HD Supply; Flower Mound (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

HD Supply is hiring for a switcher truck operator to move tractor trailers around the distribution center yard. You will back trailers to docks, perform safety checks, open bay doors, and assist dock workers with loading and unloading inventory while maintaining safe MVR status.

This role requires a valid CDL with hazmat endorsement and compliance with DOT regulations. The position involves yard movement and may include overnight travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Current Class A or B CDL with hazmat endorsement.
• 2+ years of commercial driving experience under FMCSA/DOT regulations.
• No more than 2 minor accidents in the past 3 years.
• No more than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Transports trailers within a distribution center and between docks.
• Performs equipment inspections per DOT rules and internal procedures.
• Connects and disconnects brake lines as needed.
• Moves and organizes line haul trailers in the yard for efficiency.
• Ensures trailers are ready for loading and transport.
• Documents trailer moves in the shipping yard.
• Refuels the switcher truck when required.

Skills

CDL with hazmat endorsement

FMCSA/DOT regulations experience

MVR monitoring awareness

Yard jockey experience (preferred)

Education

Technical certification or associate degree

Job description

• Current Class A or B CDL issued by the state in which the candidate resides with a hazardous materials endorsement.
• 2+ years of commercial driving experience compliant with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSA) and DOT regulations.
• No more than 2 minor accidents in the past rolling 3 years.
• No more than 2 moving violations in the past rolling 3 years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Class A or B CDL issued by the state in which the candidate resides with a hazardous materials endorsement.
• 2+ years of commercial driving experience compliant with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSA) and DOT regulations.
• No more than 2 minor accidents in the past rolling 3 years.
• No more than 2 moving violations in the past rolling 3 years.
• Prior yard jockey experience.

Job Summary

Operates a switcher truck to move tractor trailers around the distribution center yard, including backing up trailers to loading docks, performing safety checks to secure trailers, opening bay doors, and assisting dock workers with loading and unloading inventory. This position requires operation of a company or rental vehicle, and this operation may be done during the average work week. If selected for this position, the company will continuously monitor Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs). A requirement of this position is an acceptable MVR status and a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with hazardous materials endorsement.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, And Key Accountabilities

• Transports trailers within a distribution center, including moving trailers between shipping and receiving docks.
• Performs applicable equipment inspections in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and internal procedures.
• Couples and uncouples tractor trailer units, including connecting and disconnecting brake lines as needed.
• Moves and organizes line haul trailers in the shipping yard to ensure the efficient movement of inventory.
• Ensures trailers are ready for loading, unloading, and transport.
• Documents all trailer moves within the shipping yard.
• Refuels switcher truck when needed.

Nature and Scope

• May modify processes to resolve situations.
• Under limited supervision, relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine the best approach to achieve desired outcomes. Course of action is often determined by interpreting procedures and policies. Work typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor or direct customers of the process.
• Is sought out and/or assigned to provide general guidance/direction, training, and technical assistance to junior level support personnel. Contributes to employees' professional development but does not have hiring/firing authority.

Work Environment

• Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.
• Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering material or equipment that may be heavy (50+ pounds) or awkward.
• Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education And Experience

• Technical certification or associate degree may be required in some areas. Generally 5-7 years of experience in a related area of responsibility.

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