Yard Logistics Specialist (CDL Required)

American Battery Technology Company•Reno, NV

13d•Onsite

About The Position

American Battery Technology Company (ABTC) develops and commercializes domestic, sustainable sources of critical battery materials through lithium-ion battery recycling and battery metal extraction technologies. The Yard Logistics Specialist coordinates inbound and outbound material movements at ABTC’s recycling facility and offsite warehouse, ensuring safe and efficient movement of trailers, containers, and equipment throughout company yards and facilities. The role combines yard operations, shipping and receiving, inventory support, and logistics coordination to facilitate safe, compliant, and accurate material flow. It maintains required documentation in SAP and OpenDock, supports inventory control, and serves as a liaison among logistics, warehouse, inventory, and operations teams. The position reports directly to the Logistics Manager. The role requires maintaining a safe and organized yard, warehouse, and shipping/receiving area; coordinating trailer movements and scheduled loads; monitoring shipment and appointment information; and keeping teams informed about shipment status, exceptions, and operational priorities. The specialist must hold a valid Class A CDL and current DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate and be able to perform physical work in indoor and outdoor industrial environments.

Requirements

Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Current DOT Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
Shipping and receiving experience.
At least 1 year of experience operating commercial vehicles, yard tractors, trailers, or similar equipment.
Ability to safely operate equipment in an industrial environment.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted.
Basic to intermediate Microsoft Excel and computer skills.
Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
Demonstrated safety track record in warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, or industrial environments.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and a strong command of English.
Willingness to contribute at all levels of the organization and support cross-functional operations.
Ability to stand and sit for prolonged periods; walk throughout plant, warehouse, and outdoor yard facilities; repeatedly enter and exit commercial vehicles; bend at the waist and reach overhead; lift 25 lbs. routinely and up to 50 lbs. as required; wear required PPE; perform repetitive duties; and work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Must have 20/20 vision or corrected vision.
Ability to work for extended periods in environments that may include noise, dust, chemicals, and moving equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), SAP, or similar ERP systems.
Experience with dock scheduling or appointment management software such as OpenDock.
Experience operating a forklift or other powered industrial truck (PIT) equipment.
Inventory control experience.
Leadership, shift handoff, or training experience.
Experience in manufacturing, recycling, chemical processing, logistics, transportation, rail, or transload operations.

Responsibilities

Promote safety compliance, particularly in vehicle operation, loading, unloading, and material handling.
Operate yard trucks, tractors, and other company vehicles to move trailers, containers, and equipment between facilities.
Spot trailers at loading docks and designated staging locations according to operating priorities.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of yard equipment and report maintenance concerns.
Verify trailer numbers, seal integrity, and location accuracy; maintain trailer and container location records and assist with yard audits.
Coordinate trailer movements to support production, warehouse, and shipping schedules.
Assist with securing loads and ensuring trailers are properly staged for transport.
Monitor yard conditions and promptly report unsafe conditions, equipment damage, or operational concerns.
Receive, sort, and manage the distribution of incoming parcels and packages.
Load and unload trucks according to scheduled appointments.
Update and manage appointment statuses in OpenDock.
Upload, maintain, and verify appointment documentation in OpenDock, including Bills of Lading, packing lists, seal numbers, and shipment photos.
Ensure accurate shift handoffs covering shipment status, exceptions, yard activity, and operational priorities.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe yard, warehouse, and shipping/receiving area.
Communicate with operations, inventory control, production, and logistics teams to resolve discrepancies, delays, or inventory issues.
Comply with DOT, OSHA, environmental, and company operating requirements.
Maintain a valid CDL and Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
Complete assigned physical tasks, including pushing, pulling, gripping, twisting, lifting, climbing, and reaching.
Perform other duties as required and assigned.