Yard Spotter

US Foods • Montgomery, AL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

US Foods is seeking a Yard Spotter to join their team. This role is crucial for maintaining the efficient flow of trailers and equipment within the yard. The Yard Spotter will communicate with dispatch, move trailers, stage equipment for drivers, and prepare trailers for backhauls. This position requires a strong safety focus and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. US Foods is a leading foodservice distributor with a culture of internal promotion and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have valid driver's license issued by state of residence
• Must be able to pass DOT physical.
• Must be able to read and communicate in the English language - able to hold a conversation, to understand highway traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and to enter information on reports and records.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of six months Non-CDL commercial driving experience preferred
• Ability to operate manual transmission preferred; may be required in specific locations

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Dispatcher/Router for truck/trailer and door assignments
• Keep assigned equipment coupled
• Move trailers between buildings as directed by Router or Warehouse Supervisor
• Load, unload or merge loads between environments
• Stage shuttle trailers nightly for shuttle drivers
• Set up trailers for backhaul with tractor and empty pallets
• Place backhauls in correct door to be unloaded by warehouse
• Make sure all equipment is paired and ready for next day's deliveries.
• Work with mechanics nightly
• Attend all required company meetings.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401K
• life insurance
• strong safety culture
• health insurance
• pre-tax spending accounts
• retirement benefits
• paid time off
• short-term and long-term disability
• employee stock purchase plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed