Humboldt Plant, TN

Tyson Foods•Humboldt, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we are raising the world’s expectations for how much good food can do! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer great benefits and advancement opportunities. This position pays $20.25/hr. This position is responsible for operating trucks and moving trailers in and out of loading areas while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. This position is responsible for transporting trailers across the yard and docking/undocking trailers as necessary for the operation of the Receiving dock. The Yard Driver retrieves the full trailers on in-bound product and delivers them to the Receiving dock. The driver will also remove and stage full trailers for outbound Routes shipment.

Requirements

Must have a clear Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and pass the MVR Records check.
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Must not have any DUI/DWI convictions within the last 12 months.
180 days wait period from last termination date.
3X rule (candidates cannot have worked for Tyson 3X before).

Responsibilities

Operating trucks and moving trailers in and out of loading areas.
Transporting trailers across the yard and docking/undocking trailers.
Retrieving full trailers on in-bound product and delivering them to the Receiving dock.
Removing and staging full trailers for outbound Routes shipment.
Ensuring the truck yard stays free of debris and trash.
Performing pre-trip inspections on Yard trucks and reporting any defects to the supervisor immediately for repair.
Maintaining the cleanliness of the yard trucks daily.
Maintaining a clean work area by use of soap and high-pressure hose.
Completing required logs.
Ensuring safety while operating a yard truck is a top priority.