CDL-A Dedicated Yard Switcher - DUL

Job DescriptionDedicated yard switchers play a critical role in our customer's transportation needs by ensuring the timely movement of trailers in and out of the docks on-site at the customer's location. Unlike some positions, this one gives you a better idea of the number of hours each week holds, which means you'll have a better idea of what to expect in every paycheck. And because you know your customers and their typical freight load, you'll never be surprised or slowed down by unusual shipments.Competitive pay:Average $1,540 per week / $80,080 a year (minimum)Starting pay of $28 per hourAverage 50+ hours a weekOvertime paid at time and a halfHome dailySunday - Thursday, 2 p.m. - 12 a.m.; Friday 2 p.m. - 1 a.m.All drop and hook, no-touch freight!Ensuring the timely movement of trailers in and out of the docks on-site at the customer's locationCDL-A Dedicated Yard Switcher Benefits:Paid time off including 8 paid holidaysExcellent insurance coverage that includes medical, prescription, dental, vision and hearing starting as low as $105.90/week for family plans and $40.20/week for individual plans effective after 30 daysProfit Sharing plan allows you to share in the rewards of our efforts, with a portion of our profits given back to you as monthly direct deposits into your retirement accountReferral rewards - cash bonuses for referralsAveritt's fleet includes local, dedicated, and regional truck driver jobs. Drivers can change their driving preferences as their careers progress, including opportunities in operations and leadershipReady to make a change? APPLY NOW to be an Averitt CDL-A Dedicated Yard Switcher!Averitt Express is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.Job RequirementsMust live within a 75-mile radiusMust have 3 months' verifiable tractor-trailer and/or switching experience within past 3 yearsMust be 21 years of age or olderMust have Class A CDLNo convictions for reckless driving within the past 5 yearsNo convictions for DUI within the past 5 yearsNo suspensions or revocations within the last 5 yearsNo serious violations within the previous 12 months (15 mph or greater, following too closely, improper passing, traffic offense committed in a CMV in connection with fatality)No more than 3 moving violations within the past 3 yearsNo preventable DOT recordable accidents within the past 3 yearsEssential functions:Open/Close trailer door - force requirement: 46 lbsHook/Unhook trailer - force requirement: 90 lbsPerform pre-trip inspectionsDriveRegular predictable attendanceFrequent bending for placement of wheel chocksSafely enter/exit yard tractor 100+ times per shiftLifting/opening trailer doorsSliding trailer tandems when necessarySafely maneuvering equipment with good backing skills