🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Cincinnati, Ohio
- Route type: Local home-daily yard shuttle
- Freight: Trailer movements between warehouses, distribution centers, and docks
- Schedule: Fixed or rotating shifts (day, evening, night) with overtime availability
📋 Job Description
- Move loaded and empty trailers between warehouse docks and yard locations
- Accurately position trailers for loading and unloading operations
- Perform yard checks and maintain trailer inventory accuracy
- Communicate with dispatchers, supervisors, and dock staff
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of yard equipment
- Ensure safe coupling and uncoupling of trailers in all conditions
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
Preferred, not required
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record, no major violations
Physical
Basic yard operations, trailer handling, docking accuracy
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Modern yard tractors and spotting trucks provided by company
- Short-haul terminal tractors for controlled yard operations
- Well-maintained fleet with regular safety inspections and support
🏠 Home Time
- Every shift ends at your assigned Cincinnati terminal
- Home daily schedule with predictable local work cycles
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Cincinnati Logistics Hub → Sharonville Distribution Warehouses
- West Chester Industrial Parks → Local Warehouse Loading Docks
- CVG Airport Cargo Area → Regional Staging Yards
🎁 Benefits
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a local or OTR position?
This is a strictly local yard and shuttle driver position with no over-the-road routes.
Do I get home daily?
Yes, drivers return home after every shift at the Cincinnati terminal.
Is prior yard experience required?
No, training is provided, but prior experience is preferred.
What kind of equipment will I use?
You will operate yard tractors, spotting units, and short-haul terminal equipment.
Are overtime hours available?
Yes, overtime is available during peak shipping and warehouse demand periods.
What is the pay range?
Weekly earnings range from $1,100 to $1,400 depending on shift and overtime.
💼 Career Opportunities
This CDL-A Yard / Local Shuttle Driver position in Cincinnati offers long-term stability, predictable scheduling, and a strong entry point into the logistics and freight industry. Drivers in this role gain hands-on experience working in fast-paced warehouse and distribution environments, building valuable skills in trailer spotting, yard management, and short-distance freight coordination. Many employees start in this position and later transition into higher-paying regional or dedicated CDL-A routes within the same company network. The role is ideal for drivers who prefer staying local while still maintaining a strong professional driving career. With consistent freight demand in the Cincinnati logistics hub, there is steady year-round work, overtime opportunities, and clear pathways for advancement into supervisory or specialized driving roles. This position is also a great fit for experienced drivers who want to reduce long-haul stress while maintaining strong weekly earnings and industry benefits.
🔗 CDL-A Yard / Local Shuttle Driver – Cincinnati, Ohio
Cincinnati is one of Ohio’s strongest logistics and freight distribution centers, offering consistent demand for CDL-A yard and local shuttle drivers. This role supports major warehouse operations by ensuring trailers are moved efficiently between docks, staging areas, and distribution facilities. Drivers benefit from home-daily schedules, stable weekly pay between $1,100 and $1,400, and predictable shift structures that support work-life balance. Unlike over-the-road driving, this position focuses on short-distance operations within controlled logistics environments, reducing stress and increasing safety. The Cincinnati region continues to grow in warehousing and freight movement, making it an ideal location for long-term CDL-A career stability. Drivers also gain access to benefits including healthcare, retirement plans, and overtime opportunities. Whether you are experienced or transitioning from another CDL role, this position offers strong earning potential and advancement opportunities within regional and national freight networks.
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