TQM is hiring an experienced CDL A Yard Jockey in Taftville, CT for a full-time, home-daily position.
This position is ideal for a professional Class A CDL driver who prefers consistent local work and daily home time. The Yard Jockey will safely maneuver commercial vehicles and trailers within the facility yard while maintaining a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and efficiency.
The position offers $30.00 per hour, with overtime after 40 hours, along with health, dental, vision, 401(k), and supplemental insurance benefits.
Schedule
- Monday–Friday
- Possible Saturday work
- Day Shift: 7:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Night Shift: 11:00 PM–7:00 AM
- Home Daily
- Overtime available after 40 hours
Pay
- $30.00 per hour
- Overtime after 40 hours
- Full-time hours
- Weekly schedule with consistent shifts
Duties
- Safely operate and maneuver Class A commercial vehicles within the yard
- Move and position trailers and equipment as directed
- Spot trailers at designated locations
- Safely back and maneuver equipment in a busy yard environment
- Perform required vehicle inspections
- Follow all company safety procedures and applicable DOT regulations
- Maintain awareness of pedestrians, other vehicles, and yard equipment
- Communicate professionally with dispatch, yard personnel, and other team members
- Maintain accurate and timely completion of required documentation
- Report equipment, vehicle, or safety issues promptly
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Perform other yard and driving duties as assigned
Qualifications
Candidates must meet applicable company and insurance requirements, including:
- No more than two (2) moving violations and/or accidents within the past three years
- No disqualifying major driving violations within the previous 36 months
- No qualifying suspension or revocation of a driver's license lasting more than 30 days during the previous 36 months
- Valid commercial driver's license at the time of hire
- Acceptable MVR and PSP report
Major Violations
Candidates must not have a citation or conviction within the previous 36 months for major violations including:
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Refusal to take a required alcohol or drug test
- Leaving the scene of an accident or hit-and-run
- Fleeing or eluding law enforcement
- Reckless driving or careless endangerment
- Operating a vehicle while suspended or revoked
- Speed exhibition, racing, or drag racing
- Assault involving a motor vehicle
- Reckless homicide or involuntary manslaughter
- Use of a motor vehicle in the commission of a felony
- Operating a motor vehicle without the owner's permission
- Open-container violations or similar offenses
Skills Competencies
- Strong commitment to safety
- Excellent backing and maneuvering skills
- Ability to operate effectively in a busy yard environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Dependable and punctual
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Professional communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to maintain productivity while following all safety procedures
Benefits
- $30.00/HR
- Overtime after 40 hours
- Home daily
- Full-time employment
- Monday–Friday schedule
- Possible Saturday hours
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Supplemental disability insurance
- Supplemental life insurance
- Consistent local yard work
- Day and overnight shift opportunities