Yard Spotter

Pratt Industries • Kalamazoo, MI

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About The Position

The Yard Spotter is responsible for safely moving trailers on and off the dock and keeping the storage yard organized. The role includes inspecting trailers upon arrival and completing a pre-shift inspection of the yard spotter truck. The employee must follow company safety policies and the Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct, and perform other job-related duties as assigned.

The position requires a professional, courteous, safety-conscious team member who can adapt to business needs. Work away from home, nights, and weekends may be required. Employees must wear personal protective equipment in designated operations and production areas. Hiring is contingent on successfully completing a drug screen and background check; random and suspicion-based drug tests are performed.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent; additional experience may be substituted for education.
• Valid driver's license.
• At least six months of experience operating machinery.
• Demonstrated ability to follow directions.
• Professional attitude and conduct.
• Multitasking, interpersonal communication, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• High degree of safety awareness and safety discipline.
• Professional and courteous attitude toward co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
• Willingness to travel and work away from home when required.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and the policies and procedures in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work in a team environment.
• At least 18 years of age due to the nature of the working environment.
• Flexibility to meet business needs.
• Successful completion of a drug screen and background check; random and suspicion-based drug tests are performed.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers on and off the dock safely.
• Keep the storage yard organized.
• Inspect trailers when they arrive on the yard.
• Perform a pre-shift inspection of the yard spotter truck.
• Follow company safety policies and the policies in the Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Wear personal protective equipment in designated operations and production areas.
• Assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.

Benefits

• Paid holidays from day one.
• Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within one month of hire.
• 401(k) with match after three months.
• Full tuition reimbursement after 12 months.
• Paid childbearing/parenting leave after 12 months.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED