Truck Spotter

MDVA•High Point, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Truck Spotter safely moves trailers within the facility yard, stages trailers for loading and unloading, and supports efficient dock operations. The role helps ensure inbound and outbound trailer flow aligns with production and shipping schedules. The employee operates a yard truck, monitors trailer conditions and communications, records required operational information, and maintains a clean, sanitary, and safe work area. Additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver’s license; a CDL is preferred but not required, depending on state or facility requirements.
At least 1 year of experience operating yard trucks, hostlers, or similar equipment.
Ability to safely operate tractor-trailers and back trailers into tight dock spaces.
Ability to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; and frequently stand and walk.
Ability to reach, bend, extend, and lift 50–60 pounds.
Ability to work in varying temperatures, potentially in a cooler room, and in conditions involving water or dairy liquids, noise, and wet or slippery surfaces.

Nice To Haves

CDL.

Responsibilities

Follow all associated procedures, including FIFO procedures.
Operate a yard truck to move trailers to and from the dock.
Record trailer and seal numbers on trucks and trailers after loading.
Provide the supervisor with a list of all seal numbers at the end of the day.
Report all accidents immediately to the supervisor.
Complete accident reports for insurance carriers.
Fuel tractors and trailers as needed to maintain temperatures for trailers filled with product.
Monitor the company-issued radio throughout the shift and return it to a battery charger at the end of each day.
Record hub mileage, fuel levels, temperature checks, and fuel pump readings.
Monitor and adjust refrigerated trailer temperature settings according to specific load requirements.
Maintain general housekeeping to ensure a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.
Work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.