Yard Driver - Class A CDL - Night Shift

Liberty Tire Recycling • Jackson, GA

7d

About The Position

We are looking for a Yard Hostler/Driver to join our team at Liberty Tire Recycling. The Yard Hostler's primary responsibility is to safely operate yard trucks, facilitating the transfer of trailers between trucks and spotting trailers within our 3 local sites. You will be part of our effort to repurpose millions of tires and contribute to a healthier environment.

Requirements

• Must have Hostler/ Yard Driver experience
• Able to work from 4pm - 4am
• Lift up to and including fifty (50) pounds on a routine basis and be physically capable of climbing in a trailer unassisted.
• Lace tires in a safe manner to reduce injury and maintain a secure load during transport.
• Safely drive straight/box truck
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public.
• Work independently with general instructions.
• Perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
• Minimum of one year of relevant experience.
• CDL Class-A License with no manual restrictions required
• Ability to back trailers into designated areas for loading/unloading.
• Willingness to be trained and certified to operate a forklift.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate yard trucks in a safe manner during roll-on/roll-off procedures involving both loaded and empty containers.
• Transfer trailers from one truck to another and position them appropriately within the yard.
• Complete necessary paperwork involving trailer numbers, gross weights, tare weights, net weights, and type of material.
• Assist in loading and unloading tasks when needed.
• Back trailers into designated areas for efficient loading and unloading.
• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively to ensure smooth operations.
• Adhere to safety standards and company policies at all times.
• Maintain the yard truck, ensuring it is in good operating condition.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees