Holland | Spotter Trucks on Public Roadways

[MDWdock]

I always see spotter trucks (Holland's) picking up empties from warehouses near the JO terminal. I always heard this was illegal, and would hate to see an employee get fined/lose their CDL because of this. Anyone else see this before at other terminals?

 

[Griz]

That would be considered city work in Memphis. Senior driver would collect all time involved.

 

[joes bar and grill]

If it is registered it is completely legal, however it may violate the contract.

 

[Griz]

Switcher is a different classification. But you are correct about the proper licensed yard mule. I've seen them on the streets.

 

[Northern Flash]

If it is registered it is completely legal, however it may violate the contract.

Yep.
They still have to pass regular inspections, but assuming that they can pass, it is legal for them to be on the street. And the driver MUST have a valid CDL and medical card.