Yard Hostler (Class A Driver)
Job ID: 130301BR
Type: Transportation
Salary: $18.50 an hour
Primary Location: Eau Claire, WI
Date Posted: 11/08/2025
Job Details:
Company Description:
Job Description:
We Deliver the Goods:- Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
- Growth opportunities performing essential work to support Americas food distribution system
- Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
Position Details:
- Starting pay is$18.50 an hour - after training pay is$20.50 an hour!
The Yard Driver is responsible for moving tractor trailers to/from the loading docks and parking loaded or empty trailers in designated areas in a safe and timely manner and in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.
Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:
- Performs inspections and moves trailers safely following all DOT regulations and company safe-driving policies.
- Fuels, moves, and parks tractors and trailers to the docks.
- Transports tractor trailers to offsite maintenance and/or inspection facilities; requires local city driving.
- Secures trucks, trailers, and equipment always. Completes all required documentation.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent6+ months yard hostler/switcher experience
Must be able to work the scheduled, assigned times and required overtime for the position.
Valid Class A driver's license
Meet all State licensing and/or certification requirements (where applicable)
Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years
Pass road test
Able to hand-lift and utilize two-wheeler, lift gate and/or other equipment to move and/or stack product cases/freight of varying size and weight throughout shift; product generally ranges from between 10-35 pounds and up to between approximately 60 and 90 pounds, depending on the location
Preferred qualifications:
1+ years yard hostler/switcher experienceOnboard computer and electronic log system experience (i.e., PeopleNet)
