Spotter

ACE Hardware•Wilton, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Spotter is responsible for performing safety and mechanical checks on yard trucks and trailers. This role involves driving yard trucks to move trailers, making connections, and securing trailers in designated spots. Additionally, the Spotter will operate a forklift to assemble cross-dock loads and maintain cleanliness in work areas. Ace Hardware is committed to a safe, healthy, and injury-free environment, and this role is critical in upholding those standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability and willingness to work non-traditional shifts and hours.
CDL A Certification
Hazmat and Doubles endorsements
Minimum 1 year driving tractor/trailer combinations
Knowledge of DOT regulations on equipment standards and inspections

Responsibilities

Performs a complete safety and mechanical check of the Yard truck and trailers to be moved.
Drives yard trucks to trailers, backs up to the trailer, raises 5th wheel, makes connections, removes wheel chocks, and drives away.
Backs the trailer into the designed spot, disconnects the trailer, and installs chocks.
Drives forklift to make up cross dock loads.
Perform housekeeping duties, keep floors clean, and keep work areas neat and clean.
Promote a safe and productive workplace through own actions, including proper use of PPE, safe operation of powered equipment, and safe lifting techniques.
Actively participate in contributing to a successful safety culture in the facility.

Benefits

Weekly Pay
Paid Time Off Programs (incl. vacation, paid sick time, holiday pay)
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision and disability – up to 26 weeks short-term disability and long-term disability) & life insurance benefits for you and your dependents
Generous 401(k) retirement savings plan with a fully vested matching contribution the first year in addition to quarterly contributions and annual discretionary contribution (once eligibility requirements have been met).
Dock to Driver Program: Ace will pay for your CDL License and Training to provide a career path transition to a Driver position
Long-term Career Opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Recognition Program
Merchandise Discounts on Top Brands like Weber, Traeger, Yeti, Craftsman, DeWalt and thousands more!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – access to free visits to therapists and lawyers, guidance on financial matters, elder and childcare, and assistance with tickets to entertainment events
Adoption cost reimbursement