Class A CDL Yard Driver & Dock Freight Handler Avalon Freight Services San Pedro, CA Job Details Full-time $27 - $33 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications TWIC Card Safety protocol adherence Outdoor work experience CDL A Forklift Materials handling Cargo securement protocols Full Job Description Job Summary We are a freight forwarding company that delivers freight to and from San Pedro and Catalina Island on our barges. Join our team as a Class A CDL Yard Driver & Dock Freight Handler.

Location:

San Pedro, CA Position Type:

Full-Time |

Yard & Dock Operations Schedule:

Monday - Friday (Day Shift; flexibility required based on barge schedules) Position Overview We are seeking a dependable, safety-conscious Class A CDL Yard Driver & Dock Freight Handler for our freight facility in San Pedro. This is a 100% yard- and dock-based role handling local maneuvers and cargo transfers to and from our barges serving Catalina Island. You will manage trailer positioning in tight staging areas, operate forklifts, and secure heavy freight for maritime transit.

Key Responsibilities Terminal & Dock Operations:

Safely drive and position Class A vehicles, yard tractors, and trailers within tight yard spaces and loading docks.

Cargo Handling:

Transfer heavy bulk, palletized freight, and equipment between trucks, staging areas, and barges.

Equipment Operation:

Operate heavy-duty forklifts and material handling equipment safely and efficiently.

Freight Securement:

Load flatbeds and specialized trailers using straps, chains, binders, and blocking to withstand ocean transport.

Compliance:

Complete thorough pre- and post-trip equipment inspections and maintain required operational logs.

Requirements License:

Valid Class A CDL with a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Security:

Active Transportation Worker Identification Credential ( TWIC ) or ability to obtain one prior to start.

Screening:

Must pass a pre-employment DOT physical and mandatory drug screen.

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, secure heavy loads, and work outdoors in coastal weather conditions.

Work Ethic:

Reliable attendance, strong attention to safety, and effective communication skills.

What We Offer Competitive Pay:

Based on experience 100%

Local Work:

Home every night with no highway driving

Full Benefits:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement & PTO:

401(k) with company match, paid time off, and paid holidays

Insurance:

Company-paid life insurance

Equipment:

Well-maintained fleet and terminal loading gear

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$27.00 - $33.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?

License/Certification:

Class A Drivers License (Required)

Work Location:

In person