Cleaning Yard Clerk - 2nd Shift

Penske•Lacey, WA

About The Position

The Cleaning Yard Clerk is responsible for maintaining pallet tracking when applicable, auditing driver logs and trip reports, tracking DOT requirements for logs and driver files, and supporting internal customers. The role also tracks return goods as directed by customers to close out returns from the private fleet. The position includes inspecting trailers, tracks, and the intermodal yard; sweeping trailers; performing two-hour temperature checks on live-loaded trailers and equipment; and assisting with other yard-cleaning duties. It also involves entering information into computers, preparing reports, researching and reviewing information, recording trailer inventory, and completing administrative paperwork. The position works primarily on the dock and in the yard and may involve outdoor work in all weather conditions. The schedule is second shift: Sunday through Tuesday, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., and every other Wednesday. Pay is $20.66 per hour. Regular, predictable, full attendance is essential. The associate must be able to prioritize work, adjust to position requirements, maintain confidentiality, and perform other assigned duties. The role may require work on various shifts, weekends, and holidays, and travel as necessary. Penske Logistics is a wholly owned subsidiary of Penske Truck Leasing, providing transportation, warehousing, freight management, and supply-chain management services across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.

Requirements

Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Regular, predictable, full attendance.
Willingness to travel as necessary and work the required schedule at the specified location.
Completion of a Penske employment application and submission to a background investigation, including past employment, education, and criminal history, and drug screening.
Ability to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to read, communicate verbally and/or in writing, remember and analyze information, and understand instructions or guidelines.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds (12 kilograms).
Required vision abilities include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

Maintain pallet tracking on a daily or weekly basis, where applicable.
Audit driver logs and trip reports.
Track DOT requirements for logs and driver files.
Provide liaison support for internal customers.
Track return goods as directed by customers and close out returns from the private fleet.
Inspect trailers, tracks, and the intermodal yard.
Clean and sweep trailers and assist with other yard-cleaning duties.
Perform temperature checks of live-loaded trailers and equipment every two hours.
Input information into computers and prepare reports.
Research and review information and record trailer inventory.
Complete administrative duties, including paperwork.
Involve the Safety team as required by the location.
Prioritize workload and adjust to position requirements.
Maintain confidentiality.
Perform other tasks or duties as assigned.