Yard Driver NON DOT
About The Position
DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Non-DOT Yard Driver to move trailers and containers safely and efficiently around the yard. The role operates yard trucks, forklifts, or other equipment to facilitate freight movement and performs routine inspections of trailers and equipment to ensure safety and compliance with company standards. The driver operates switching equipment, tractors, and straight trucks to transport goods or equipment to and from designated locations. The role makes sequencing decisions to support efficient loading and unloading, loads and unloads trailers, verifies product counts, and maintains a clean and safe docking area. The driver also refuels vehicles on site, documents equipment locations and condition, and reports maintenance or safety issues to supervision. The position is listed as a 4th Shift role, Friday through Sunday, 5:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Pay is $24.90 per hour. An employee-of-the-month incentive is noted.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least one year of verifiable experience driving, switching, or operating a commercial tractor.
Responsibilities
- Move trailers and containers around the yard safely and efficiently.
- Operate yard trucks, forklifts, or other equipment to facilitate freight movement.
- Perform routine inspections of trailers and equipment for safety and compliance with company standards.
- Drive switching equipment, tractors, and straight trucks to transport goods or equipment to and from designated locations.
- Sequence work to maintain efficient loading and unloading operations.
- Load and unload trailers and verify product count, condition, and discrepancies.
- Maintain a clean and safe docking area and report maintenance or safety issues to supervision.
- Switch trailers and equipment to and from docks to maintain safe and efficient dock operations.
- Maintain equipment fuel levels and refuel equipment at appropriate times.
- Report overages, shortages, and damages.
- Perform daily yard checks.
- Secure loads properly and ensure they comply with local, state, and federal guidelines.
- Prepare and maintain accurate records and logs as required by policies and procedures.
- Inspect truck equipment and supplies, including tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil, and water.
- Notify supervision of current or anticipated repair needs.
- Comply with company policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Document equipment locations and condition.
Benefits
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on the 30th day.
- PTO program, including paid holidays and vacation.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Training and career advancement opportunities.
- Employee-of-the-month incentive.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
