Yard Driver

National Dcp • Twinsburg, OH

232d • $28

About The Position

Join the NDCP Team and Make a Difference! Unlock Your True Potential! SEEKING CLASS A YARD DRIVERS - Twinsburg, OH. This position involves moving trailers in and out of the loading and receiving door locations and managing overall yard organization. The incumbent may also be filled as a Lead Yard Driver. NDCP is a $3 billion global supply chain management company serving Dunkin' franchisees, supporting over 10,000 quick service restaurants in the U.S. and distributing products to more than 40 countries. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued, and your contributions are recognized.

Requirements

• CDL Class A License preferred, minimum six (6) months driving experience.
• Current medical card required.
• Must have a clean motor vehicle record (MVR) in accordance with DCP guidelines for hiring.
• Must be able to operate a manual and automatic transmission tractor.
• On Board Computer/Electronic Log System Experience preferred.
• Ability to work well with little supervision.
• Ability to interact well with all employees.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills.
• Flexible to varying work schedules.

Responsibilities

• Moves tractor/trailers to and from loading / receiving doors of the Distribution Center.
• Perform visual inspection of shuttle trailers for road readiness.
• Direct all drivers to the correct/assigned door.
• Park trucks and/or trailers.
• Check fluid levels (fuel) - notify supervisor if low.
• Enter fuel amounts into computer on tractor.
• Inform Supervisor of backhauls - refer to backhaul list.
• Set up shuttles.
• Inform supervisor of breakdowns in equipment.
• Contain spills and inform supervisor.
• Report equipment defects.
• Check that all wheel chock blocks are being used.
• Perform temperature checks on trailers for freezer and cooler.
• Make sure temps are set correctly and maintained.
• Be sure all pallet trailers are in good condition and safe to be moved.
• Tag out-of-service trailers and/or move to appropriate storage location.
• Respond to requests in a timely manner for trailer moves in and out of doors.
• Maintain accurate route sheet calling out new trailers, out-of-service trailers and trailers returning to service.
• Provide coverage for shuttle and route services as needed (Class A required).
• All other related yard tasks (cranking landing gear, etc).

Benefits

• Competitive medical and dental and prescription drug insurance plans effective on your date of hire.
• Competitive vision plans effective first of the month following date of hire.
• Competitive life, short- and long-term disability insurance 30 days after hire.
• Paid vacation, holidays and personal time off.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Tuition discount program.
• Employee discount programs.
• Opportunities to grow your career.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Food and Beverage Retailers