Yard Driver

Quaker Windows•Freeburg, MO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Individuals in this position will be responsible for using a Quaker semi-tractor trailer to transport materials and product between Quaker docks at campuses located in Maries, Osage and Miller Counties in Missouri. This role involves safe operation of the vehicle, determining unloading needs, sorting products, utilizing the Yard Management System (YMS) via company provided tablets, and completing spotting operations. The position requires prompt and regular attendance, appropriate interaction with employees and customers, and availability for on-site conferrals. Communication via email, report updates, and delivery schedule management are also key aspects of the role, along with reviewing and analyzing delivery information and planning short haul activities.

Requirements

Functional in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, Outlook and mobile technology
Valid Class A - CDL driver's license & a safe driving record
In the last 5 years, no convictions of any offense involving the operation of a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs
In the last 5 years, no more than 2 chargeable or preventable motor vehicle accidents
In the last 2 years, no more than 3 violations of motor vehicle laws, excludes parking violations
Must be able to use navigation tools
Must have good knowledge of Quaker campus
Driver applicants must provide written disclosures as to their accidents and convictions to verify the items listed. Written disclosures must be provided to Quaker's DOT Compliance Administrator.
The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The employee must be able to: regularly lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
work shifts of at least 8-10 hours for 5 days each week
sit, bend, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl as necessary
Vision abilities required by this job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
It is an essential job function and safety rule, applicable to every employee working in a safety sensitive classified position, to be able to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or successful GED - General Educational Development preferred
2 years verifiable driving experience, or proof of driving skills based on a Quaker-facilitated Road Test

Responsibilities

Safe operation of combination tractor-trailer to transport material and products between Quaker campuses
Determine where delivery needs to be unloaded
Safely sort through multiple products that may be intermingled in a single load
Utilize reports or data in the Yard Management System (YMS)
Interact with YMS with company provided tablets
Complete Spotting Operations: Providing empty and loaded trailer movement to and from parking lots and docks as requested in the YMS system
Prompt and regular attendance at an assigned work location
Interact and communicate with employees and customers in an appropriate manner.
Availability on site to confer with staff members with whom the employee must interact on a regular basis
Communicate via email, update reports and delivery schedules
Review and analyze data and delivery information concerning
Plan, prioritize and monitor short haul activities
Complete assigned tasks/projects in a timely manner
Observe safety and security policies and procedures, including proper use of PPE (personal protective equipment); report potentially unsafe conditions; and use equipment and materials properly.
Follow job-specific safety requirements such as Safe Lift
Follow all safe driving laws.