Yard Switcher / CDL Yard Jockey Driver

If you're an experienced yard switcher or an OTR truck driver ready to come off the road and enjoy a stable, home-daily schedule, this is a strong opportunity to join a team that values safety, consistency and professionalism. You'll play a key role in keeping our client's operation running smoothly by moving trailers in and out of dock areas at the Nissan Vehicle Assembly Plant in Smyrna, TN. Essential Responsibilities: - Safely move trailers in and around the Nissan Vehicle Plant dock areas - Ensure timely flow of equipment to support production - Perform pre-trip inspections - Open/close trailer doors - Hook/unhook trailers - Maneuver equipment with strong backing skills - Enter/exit yard tractor multiple times per shift - Place wheel chocks and slide tandems when needed - Mandatory overtime when needed Qualifications: - Yard switching experience strongly recommended - Over-the-road (OTR) driving experience strongly recommended - Valid Class A CDL - Valid driver's license - No reckless driving convictions in the past 5 years - No DUI convictions in the past 5 years - No driver's license suspensions or revocations in the past 5 years - No serious violations in the past 12 months - No more than 3 moving violations in the past 3 years - Tractor trailer or yard switching experience a plus Physical Requirements: - Open/close trailer door - force requirement: 46 lbs. - Hook/unhook trailer - force requirement: 90 lbs. - Perform pre-trip inspections - Drive/Walk/Stand - Frequent bending for placement of wheel chocks - Safely enter/exit yard tractor multiple times per shift - Sliding trailer tandems when necessary - Safely maneuver equipment with good backing skills Yates Services Benefits: - Paid weekly - direct deposit - 401(k) participation following one year of service - 16 paid holidays per calendar year - Up to 2 weeks paid vacation annually - Competitive healthcare package: health, dental, vision, whole and term life insurance - Company-paid prescription safety glasses - Up to 48 hours paid time off annually for personal absences - Employee discount for new Nissan vehicle purchases - Free employee access to on-site Nissan dedicated recreation/fitness center following 60 days of employment