Yard Driver Class A

Dairy Farmers of America•Winston-Salem, NC

13d

About The Position

The Yard Driver Class A drives trucks or tractors in vehicle parking, yard, and docking areas to move, position, or park trucks and trailers in support of shipping and receiving. The role also transports trucks and trailers for repairs as necessary, may operate a wash bay to clean tractors and trailers, and helps keep the yard neat and orderly. The position performs trailer movements according to operational priorities, moves equipment around docks and service areas, positions trailers for loading or unloading, connects loaded semitrailers to tractors, and maintains accurate trailer and inventory movement logs. It also includes equipment inspections and preventive maintenance, sanitation and cleaning duties, and washing vehicles when appropriate for the location. Sales route deliveries or over-the-road routes may be completed as needed. The employee must follow company quality, safety, DOT, and GMP policies and procedures; report nonconformities, accidents, and injuries; and attend driver workshops and training sessions. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet minimum age requirements.
Meet all DOT requirements.
Meet Dairy Farmers of America Motor Vehicle Record requirements.
Current Class A CDL in the state of residence; current tanker endorsement if needed.
Understand DOT transportation regulations related to lawful operation.
Work safely, recognize sudden hazards, and adjust accordingly.
Use computers and technology needed for the job.
Have sufficient math skills to calculate load size.
Communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing.
Read, write, and speak English.
Work effectively with others, collaborate, and foster teamwork.
Proactively seek solutions and take appropriate steps to solve problems.
Follow directions, meet deadlines, and interpret and apply company policies.
Adapt to and manage change effectively.
Perform tasks with limited supervision and follow through on day-to-day responsibilities.
Be punctual.

Nice To Haves

Tractor/trailer experience within the last five years is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform trailer movements according to priorities to support plant or warehouse efficiency and production needs.
Hook, unhook, and move trucks to and from the service department and around the dock area.
Spot or position loaded and unloaded trailers at assigned dock spaces for loading or unloading.
Connect loaded semitrailers to tractors for drivers.
Maintain accurate trailer and inventory movement logs.
Ensure proper equipment operation and perform periodic preventive maintenance, including pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment in the area.
Keep the assigned area sanitary and clean.
Wash the exterior of trucks and trailers when appropriate for the yard location.
Complete sales route deliveries and/or over-the-road routes as needed.
Follow DFA Quality, Safety, DOT, and GMP policies and procedures, and report nonconformities, accidents, and injuries.
Attend driver workshops and training sessions.
Perform other duties as assigned.