Class A CDL Yard Spotter

Pratt Industries•Valparaiso, IN

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers to and from dock doors. This is an on-site position. The Yard Spotter will communicate all movements to the Shipping Lead and any issues related to yard operations to the Manager on Duty. The role requires ensuring trailers are clean and free of debris before putting them to the dock, ensuring loads are secured before dropping trailers, and noting and correcting any appropriate asset repairs prior to preloading assets. A daily shift communication transition is also required prior to the start of the shift.

Requirements

A valid Class A CDL without airbrake restrictions from the state that you declare to be your point of permanent domicile.
Three (3) years of verifiable experience operating a CMV – 12 months or 150,000 miles.
Read, write, speak, and clearly understand the English language.
DOT applications must be complete and accurate and should include a 7-year MVR with application.
Reflect all periods of employment, unemployment, self-employment, and education for the past 10 years. All activities in the last three (3) years must be verifiable.
Meet or exceed the medical standard of DOT, including passing a physical exam and drug test administered by a company-approved facility.
Possess a valid Social Security Card.
No reckless driving violations in the last ten (10) years.
No suspension of license in the last ten (10) years.
No moving violations in the last three (3) years.
No more than one (1) moving violation in the last five (5) years.
No at-fault accidents within the last five (5) years.
No more than two (2) moving or non-moving violations in a five (5) year period.
1-3 years no more than one (1) moving violation.
2-5 years no more than 2 moving violations.
No failed or refused drug or alcohol test.
No felony convictions within the last ten (10) years from the time restitution was completed.
No controlled substance events.
No crimes against another person of ANY type.
No DWI, DUI, BAC, or Open Container convictions in the last ten (10) years.
Present a clean and professional appearance.
Successful completion of Corrugated Logistics road test.

Responsibilities

Safe and efficient movement of trailers to and from dock doors.
Communicate all movements to Shipping lead.
Safely and effectively operate a hydraulic fifth wheel and TADC with 53’ dry van.
Responsible for safe movement of trailers in and out of dock doors for loading and unloading.
Physical ability to repeatedly climb in and out of tractor to hook and unhook trailers.
Ensure trailers are clean and free of debris before putting to dock.
Ensure load is secured before dropping trailer.
Communicate all issues related to the yard operations to Manager on duty.
Ensure that all appropriate asset repairs are noted and corrected prior to preloading assets.
Perform a daily shift communication transition prior to the start of the shift.
Adhere to all company policies.
Adhere to all State, local, and Federal laws.