🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Denver, CO
- Route type: Closed-yard / Local yard logistics
- Freight: Retail & distribution trailers (no-touch yard movement)
- Schedule: Rotating day/night shifts, 5-day workweek with occasional OT
📋 Job Description
- Move trailers between docks, staging lanes, and parking zones using yard tractors in a high-volume Denver distribution facility.
- Coordinate closely with dispatch and warehouse teams to keep inbound and outbound freight flowing without dock congestion.
- Position trailers with precision at loading doors during peak shipping windows, especially early morning and evening waves.
- Perform quick yard checks including seals, landing gear position, and basic trailer readiness before docking.
- Handle constant short-distance movements under time pressure while maintaining strict safety spacing in tight yard conditions.
- Support yard organization during surge periods when multiple carriers arrive at once near I-70 distribution corridors.
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required (yard experience preferred)
Experience
Preferred, not required (yard jockey or trailer spotting a plus)
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record preferred, no major violations
Physical
Frequent climbing in/out of cab, basic coupling tasks
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Ottawa / Kalmar-style yard tractors with automatic transmissions for constant stop-and-go movement.
- Mixed-condition trailers (dry vans, reefers) with varying wear from high-frequency warehouse cycles.
- Yard management system (Samsara / Omnitracs / legacy ELD integration depending on shift).
🏠 Home Time
- Home daily after each shift – no over-the-road driving required.
- Fixed yard-based schedule with predictable weekly rotations.
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Denver, CO → Commerce City, CO (I-70 / freight distribution corridor trailer repositioning)
- Denver, CO → Aurora, CO (I-225 industrial warehouse cluster support runs)
- Denver, CO → Henderson, CO (I-76 logistics staging and trailer exchange flow)
🎁 Benefits
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
💰 Bonus Structure
Yard operations bonuses are tied to safety, efficiency, and dock flow consistency rather than mileage.
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need yard experience?
No, training is provided, but prior hostler experience is a plus.
Is this over-the-road driving?
No, all work is inside the Denver distribution yard only.
What are the shifts like?
Rotating day and night shifts depending on warehouse demand cycles.
Is overtime available?
Yes, especially during peak freight seasons and dock surges.
What equipment will I use?
Primarily yard tractors (Ottawa/Kalmar-style units).
How fast can I start?
Usually within 1–2 weeks after clearance and orientation.
💼 Career Opportunities
This CDL-A yard driver position in Denver is often a strong entry point into broader logistics careers. Many drivers move into dedicated regional routes, dispatch coordination, or lead yard supervisor roles after gaining experience with high-volume trailer movement. Because this facility operates as part of a larger distribution network across Colorado and the surrounding Rocky Mountain freight corridors, there’s consistent internal mobility. Over time, drivers can transition into over-the-road positions, specialized freight (hazmat or tanker), or become trainer operators responsible for onboarding new yard drivers. Some also shift into logistics planning roles, working directly with warehouse management systems and dispatch optimization teams. The environment rewards reliability more than speed, so steady performers tend to progress quickly within the carrier network.
🔗 CDL-A Yard Driver – Denver, CO
Denver CDL-A drivers are in steady demand across warehouse and distribution operations tied to I-70, I-25, and I-76 freight corridors. This local yard role keeps you home daily while supporting nonstop trailer movement between docks, staging zones, and inbound freight lanes. Pay ranges from $1,200–$1,600 per week depending on shift and experience, with hourly rates between $23–$28. Unlike highway roles, this position focuses on precision yard control, trailer spotting, and coordination with dispatch teams inside a closed distribution environment. Colorado CDL-A jobs like this offer stability, predictable schedules, and year-round freight flow.
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