Yard Driver (3rd Shift) - Rialto CA

APL Logistics•Rialto, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Yard Driver operates a gasoline- or diesel-powered tractor-trailer combination to move trailers between assigned dock doors and yard parking slots. The driver verifies trailer condition, equipment and seal numbers, and door or slot assignments; secures cargo and equipment before moving trailers; reports overages, shortages, and damage; and records trailer movements in the Warehouse Management System. When trailer movements are not required, the employee may perform Senior Material Handler duties inside the warehouse, bay maintenance, pallet inventory, or warehouse sanitation and housekeeping. The role supports operational efficiency through the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model and maintains a safe, clean, and orderly facility using 5S Lean methodology. Performance is expected to meet and occasionally exceed company standards for warehouse and food safety, sanitation, quality, productivity, and customer service.

Requirements

Be at least 24 years of age.
At least one year of verifiable experience driving a commercial vehicle that required backing to a dock.
Valid driver’s license issued in the state of current residence.
Meet driving-record and criminal-conviction requirements as determined and verified by the APL National Safety Department.
Two years of forklift experience, including sit-down and stand-up forklifts, motorized and non-motorized pallet jacks, clamp, reach, slip-sheet equipment, and an EV-powered tractor.
Two years of warehouse or related work experience.
Knowledge of inventory control and general warehouse procedures.
Ability to read and understand basic instructions and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures.
Ability to write legibly and perform basic math.
Ability to make customer-acceptance decisions based on past experience and fitness for use.
Attention to detail and sustained mental and visual attention.
Data-entry skills.
Ability to communicate professionally and positively.
Solid command of written and spoken English.

Nice To Haves

Valid Class A or B driver’s license preferred.
Spanish speaking is a plus.
Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration.
Respect for the dignity of all people.
Integrity that fosters trust and a positive work environment.
Innovation and creativity in the workplace.
Customer focus in achieving company, department, and personal goals.

Responsibilities

Secure and move trailers between dock doors and yard parking slots according to schedules set by the shipping office, lead, or supervisor.
Verify trailer condition and markings, equipment numbers, seal numbers, and door or parking-slot assignments.
Inspect truck equipment and supplies, including tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil, and water.
Keep equipment on company property; arrange towing to off-site service for repairs that cannot be completed on the property.
Maintain hour-usage, equipment-inspection, maintenance, and trailer-movement records.
When trailer movements are not required, perform Senior Material Handler duties, bay maintenance, pallet inventory, or warehouse sanitation and housekeeping.
Apply the APL Logistics Continuous Improvement (ACI) Model to improve processes, proficiency, and operational efficiency through waste elimination.
Apply 5S Lean methodology to maintain a safe, clean, and orderly facility.
Meet and occasionally exceed company standards for warehouse safety, food safety, sanitation, quality, productivity, and customer service.