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Yates Services, LLC

Yard Jockey

Pay: $26.82/hr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Decherd, TN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Yard Truck Driver drives trucks within a specific, small environment such as a factory yard or a rail yard. Often requires more experience due to tight spaces. May require forklift experience.

$31,948 / year median in Tennessee

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

NIGHT SHIFT

(3rd) : Monday-Thursday 6pm - 5am •4 days x 10 hours

DECHERD, TN ONLY!

Essential Responsibilities Dedicated 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. In this position the driver will transport trailers in and around the Nissan Vehicle Plant dock areas. Qualifications Yard switching experience strongly recommended Over‑the‑road (OTR) driving experience strong recommended Valid Class

A CDL REQUIRED

Valid driver's license

REQUIRED

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 past 5 years No serious violations within the previous 12 months (15 mph or greater, following too closely, improper passing, etc.) No more than 3 moving violations within the past 3 years Tractor trailer and/or yard switching experience is a plus.

Physical Demands :

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 maneuvering equipment with good backing skills

Yate Services Benefits:

Competitive 401(K) after 1 year of service Paid Holidays Paid Vacation Hours Competitive health insurance including dental, vision, whole and term life insurance plans Company paid prescription safety glasses Family Day and Movie Night events Recreation Center free of charge, includes weights, basketball, softball, and swimming pool

Pay:

Up to $26.82 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person