CDL-A Dedicated Yard Switcher - DMD
Averitt Express - louisville, KY
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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 earnings of $1,425 per week, equating to $74,100 annually Starting rate of $30 per hour, with overtime pay at $45 per hour for hours worked beyond 40 in a week Guaranteed 40 hours a week Typical 5-day work week averaging 45 hours Monday to Friday, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Return home each day. Responsible for moving flatbed and van trailers on-site at customer's location CDL-A Dedicated Yard Switcher Benefits: Paid time off including 8 paid holidays Excellent insurance coverage that includes medical, prescription, dental, vision and hearing starting as low as $97.55/week for family plans and $37.35/week for individual plans effective after 30 days Profit Sharing plan allowsyou 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 account Referral rewards - cash bonuses for referrals Averitt'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 leadership Ready 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 Requirements Must live within a 75-mile radius Must have 6 months of full-time verifiable tractor-trailer and/or switching experience within the past 3 years Must have Class A CDL Must be 21 years of age or older No convictions for reckless driving within the past 5 years No convictions for DUI within the past 5 years No suspensions or revocations within the last 5 years No 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 years No preventable DOT recordable accidents within the past 3 years Essential Functions: Open/Close trailer door - force requirement: 46 lbs Hook/Unhook trailer - force requirement: 90 lbs Perform pre-trip inspections Drive Regular predictable attendance Frequent bending for placement of wheel chocks Safely enter/exit yard tractor 100+ times per shift Lifting/opening trailer doors Sliding trailer tandems when necessary Safely maneuvering equipment with good backing skills
Created: 2024-09-23