Yard Driver Non CDL All Shifts Sherman Case Ready Distribution

Tyson Foods•Sherman, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Yard Driver is responsible for moving trailers in and out of dock doors using proper pull-light procedures. The role includes securing trailers with nose stands and wheel chocks, protecting products by monitoring trailer temperatures, fuel levels, and refrigeration units, and sealing finished loads while maintaining seal integrity on company property. The driver helps manage traffic flow for outside drivers, ensures outbound trailers are washed and sanitized before loading, keeps the yard free of debris and trash, and maintains the cleanliness of shag trucks. The driver performs pre-trip inspections and promptly reports defects to a supervisor for repair, follows PBX shag procedures and training, and makes safety a top priority when operating a shag truck. The schedule consists of three 12-hour shifts and one 6-hour shift, depending on the shift offered and hours agreed upon. The role is available on all shifts. Work takes place outdoors in seasonal temperatures and in sheltered indoor areas. The successful candidate must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. These include bending, lifting wheel chocks weighing approximately 65–75 pounds, pushing and pulling jack stands and chocks, reaching, grasping, walking, standing, climbing, and sitting. Forces are generally low to moderate and infrequently high.

Requirements

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must have a clear motor vehicle report (MVR).
Ability to communicate with all levels of management.
Must follow operational procedures and safety rules.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Spot and pull trailers in and out of dock doors while following proper pull-light procedures.
Ensure trailers have nose stands and are properly chocked.
Monitor trailer temperatures, fuel levels, and refrigeration units to protect products.
Seal finished loads and maintain seal integrity while trailers are on company property.
Maintain good traffic flow for outside drivers on company property.
Ensure outbound trailers are thoroughly washed and sanitized before loading.
Keep the truck yard free of debris and trash.
Perform pre-trip inspections on shag trucks and immediately report defects to a supervisor for repair.
Maintain the daily cleanliness of shag trucks.
Follow all PBX shag procedures and training.
Prioritize safety while operating a shag truck.