Local CDL-A Yard Jockey Driver, 75233 SIGN ON BONUS
Company
A. Blair Enterprises, Inc.
Location
Dallas, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
Via
LinkedIn
Job Description
• BLAIR ENTERPRISES
LOCAL CDL-A DRIVER
ABOUT US:
• Blair Enterprises is a leading nationwide provider of yard management solutions.
Established in 1984, we have decades of success across many areas of transportation and logistics - from air freight to OTR to expediting. In 2018 we made the change to focus exclusively on yard management to meet the needs of our clients.
LOCATION:
• Dallas, TX 75233
PAY:
• $24/hour
SCHEDULE:
• AM & PM shift available
• Two week rotation with every other weekend off
• Occasional mandatory overtime
ABOUT THE POSITION:
• We are looking for a dedicated driver with a CDL-A, move trailers around in a 2 block radius, to and from dock doors, strictly yard moves
• Home every day
• Responsible for maintaining the truck including cleanliness and daily vehicle walk-arounds
• Follow all company safety protocols.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
REQUIREMENTS
• CDL-A required
• Yard Jockey experience (preferred)
• 2 years of CDLA experience
• 23 years of age
• Clean driving record
• Able to pass a criminal background check
• Able to pass a drug test
• Smart phone required for payroll access and job duties
• Ability to work in all weather conditions (indoor/outdoor)
• Must be able to sit, stand, and lift up to 75lbs
• Performing other job-related duties as required
BENEFITS:
• Paid weekly via direct deposit
• Full-time employees are eligible for health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits after 60 days of employment
• Two weeks paid vacation & earned PTO
• Retention Rewards program
• Opportunity for raise every 90 days
• $500 sign-on bonus after 30 days
LOCAL CDL-A DRIVER
ABOUT US:
• Blair Enterprises is a leading nationwide provider of yard management solutions.
Established in 1984, we have decades of success across many areas of transportation and logistics - from air freight to OTR to expediting. In 2018 we made the change to focus exclusively on yard management to meet the needs of our clients.
LOCATION:
• Dallas, TX 75233
PAY:
• $24/hour
SCHEDULE:
• AM & PM shift available
• Two week rotation with every other weekend off
• Occasional mandatory overtime
ABOUT THE POSITION:
• We are looking for a dedicated driver with a CDL-A, move trailers around in a 2 block radius, to and from dock doors, strictly yard moves
• Home every day
• Responsible for maintaining the truck including cleanliness and daily vehicle walk-arounds
• Follow all company safety protocols.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
REQUIREMENTS
• CDL-A required
• Yard Jockey experience (preferred)
• 2 years of CDLA experience
• 23 years of age
• Clean driving record
• Able to pass a criminal background check
• Able to pass a drug test
• Smart phone required for payroll access and job duties
• Ability to work in all weather conditions (indoor/outdoor)
• Must be able to sit, stand, and lift up to 75lbs
• Performing other job-related duties as required
BENEFITS:
• Paid weekly via direct deposit
• Full-time employees are eligible for health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits after 60 days of employment
• Two weeks paid vacation & earned PTO
• Retention Rewards program
• Opportunity for raise every 90 days
• $500 sign-on bonus after 30 days
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