⭐ Why Drivers Choose This Job
- Home daily — no OTR, predictable yard shifts
- Steady weekly pay with overtime availability
- Drop & hook trailer moves only, no-touch freight
- Shift-based dispatch, clear daily structure
- Local work inside one facility network
- Less road stress compared to highway driving
- Consistent yard demand keeps income stable
🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Little Rock, Arkansas
- Route type: Local Yard Shuttle
- Freight: Retail & e-commerce trailer repositioning
- Schedule: 24/7 rotating yard shifts (day/night)
🚚 Freight Flow Snapshot
- Primary freight type: Yard trailer repositioning & drop-and-hook flow
- Load frequency: Continuous high-frequency movements
- Seasonal demand: Retail peaks (Q4), back-to-school surges
- Terminal activity: 24/7 high-density DC operations
📋 Job Description
- Move trailers between docks and staging lanes
- Coordinate with warehouse dock supervisors
- Perform constant yard tractor maneuvers
- Support inbound/outbound freight cycles
- Maintain safe spacing in congested yard areas
- Handle night shift peak distribution flow
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required
Experience
Preferred 3–6 months yard or local driving
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean record, no major violations
Physical
Frequent climbing in/out of cab
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Terminal yard tractors
- Fleet average age: 3–7 years
- Features: Automatic transmission, safety cameras, ELD tracking
🏠 Home Time
- Home daily after every shift
- Rotating day/night schedule available
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- DC inbound staging → Dock doors A–F rotation
- Outbound trailers → overflow yard repositioning
- Cross-dock transfer lanes → regional distribution staging
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
Yard move bonus: $5–$10 per trailer move. Paid weekly. Eligibility begins after 30 days active service. Attendance-based withholding applies.
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is this strictly yard driving?
Yes, all operations stay within DC and yard facilities.
Do I need OTR experience?
No, local or yard experience is sufficient.
How many moves per shift?
Typically 20–60 trailer moves depending on volume.
Are shifts fixed?
Yes, but rotation between day and night occurs weekly.
Is overtime available?
Yes, peak warehouse cycles generate overtime hours.
Is equipment easy to operate?
Yes, terminal tractors are automatic and simplified.
👤 Driver Experience Feed
- Driver feedback: Steady work but busy during retail peaks
- Driver feedback: Yard congestion slows some shifts
- Driver feedback: Good entry-level CDL-A local option
- Average satisfaction score: 4.2 / 5
- Common note: Night shifts are busiest but higher earning
🔗 CDL-A Yard Hostler & High-Volume Shuttle Operator – Little Rock, Arkansas
Little Rock CDL-A yard hostler positions support fast-moving retail and e-commerce distribution networks operating 24/7 across central Arkansas. Drivers handle constant trailer repositioning between docks and staging lanes, ensuring smooth freight flow during peak shipping cycles. This local role offers home daily schedules, steady hourly pay, and overtime potential during high-demand periods like holiday retail surges. Expect yard congestion, occasional detention at docks, and early shift rotations during peak warehouse cycles.
🚀 Apply for This CDL-A Position
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