🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Lexington, KY
- Route type: Local home-daily yard operations
- Freight: Trailer spotting, yard movement, drop & hook staging
- Schedule: Structured 8–12 hour shifts, day & night rotation
📋 Job Description
- Move trailers between dock doors and yard locations
- Support inbound and outbound freight staging operations
- Perform trailer spotting and yard organization
- Maintain continuous dock flow in a high-volume facility
- Perform basic equipment safety checks
- Coordinate with warehouse and dispatch teams
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
6+ months CDL-A experience preferred (not required)
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record, no major violations
Physical
Strong backing, trailer maneuvering in tight yard space
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Yard spotter tractors / terminal trucks
- Fleet average age: Modern terminal yard equipment
- Features: Automatic transmissions, high-visibility yard operation setup
🗓 Typical Weekly Schedule
- Day 1: Yard spotting & trailer staging operations
- Day 2: Dock door management & inbound flow support
- Day 3: Yard organization & trailer repositioning
- Day 4: Peak freight movement support (high-volume shifts)
- Day 5: Rotation shift (day/night depending on facility need)
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Lexington distribution centers → Georgetown logistics facilities
- Nicholasville warehouse hubs → Lexington cross-dock yards
- Winchester staging terminals → Central Kentucky distribution network
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
💰 Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
⭐ Why Drivers Choose This Job
- Home daily local yard operation with stable schedule
- Consistent freight flow in a high-activity distribution center
- Simple work structure focused on yard movement only
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an OTR driving job?
No, this is a local yard jockey position with no over-the-road driving.
Do I need yard experience?
Yard experience is preferred but not required for qualified CDL-A drivers.
What type of trailers are handled?
Standard dry van trailers used in distribution center operations.
Is the schedule consistent?
Yes, shifts are structured with rotating day and night options.
Is the job physically demanding?
It requires backing, positioning, and frequent trailer movement in tight yard space.
Is home time guaranteed?
Yes, this is a home daily position.
📊 Local Market Insights
Lexington sits within a dense Central Kentucky logistics zone supported by distribution centers and warehouse clusters around Georgetown, Nicholasville, and Winchester. Yard operations here are closely tied to regional retail replenishment and manufacturing supply flow. Interstate access via I-75 and I-64 supports continuous freight movement through the metro area. Most trucking activity in this segment is short-range repositioning and dock coordination rather than long-haul freight movement.
🔗 CDL-A Yard Jockey – Lexington, KY
This CDL-A Yard Jockey position in Lexington focuses on high-frequency trailer movement within a busy distribution center environment. Drivers handle spotting trailers at dock doors, organizing yard flow, and supporting inbound and outbound freight staging. The role is strictly local and home daily, with structured shifts typically ranging from 8 to 12 hours. Pay ranges from $22 to $26 per hour depending on experience, with consistent weekly earnings supported by overtime opportunities. Unlike over-the-road trucking, this position stays within a controlled yard environment, making it ideal for drivers who prefer predictable work and steady schedules. Lexington’s logistics network supports continuous warehouse operations, creating stable demand for experienced CDL-A yard drivers throughout the year.
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