Yard Spotter - UWCT

UNITED WAREHOUSE COMPANY•Wichita, KS

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Yard Spotter is will promptly and safely handle and maneuver semi-trailers around the warehouse directed by the Traffic office. In this important role the Spotter will be responsible for operating an Ottowa Spotting Truck and will attach Spotting Truck to trailers to move equipment to and from dock doors to be loaded and unloaded. In addition, the Yard Spotter is also responsible for checking over the equipment, inspecting trailers before moving to include checking tire pressure, tire condition, lights and safe functionality of trailer. This position requires a physical component to perform the job. Much of the day is spent climbing in and out of the Spotting Truck, jacking and hooking up trailers, frequent walking and bending while spending majority of the workday outside in different seasonal elements.

Requirements

Class A CDL License preferred
Heavy equipment experience hooking up and moving trailers and large items
Must have a favorable Motor Vehicle Record with no major moving violations in past five years
Current DOT Physical
Can communicate effectively in English both oral and written
Meet physical requirements to stoop, bend, twist, reach, squat and crouch
Use proper techniques to push, pull and lift up to 70lbs

Nice To Haves

Two year’s experience hauling preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Exercise good judgement to safely operate Spotting Truck around warehousing property
Hook up and move trailers to appropriate dock to be loaded or unloaded
Daily inspection of Spotting Truck: Fluid levels, tires, cleanliness, etc.
With each move, jack and hitch trailers, connect all air hoses and inspect trailer before moving
Perform trailer inspections and properly fill out inspection forms
Properly fill out all paperwork with accuracy and detail regarding
Report and unsafe or suspicious activities in the yard
Follow direction given by Traffic
Abide by company safety and security programs
Be courteous, friendly and professional manner as you are promoting our image everywhere you go
Is committed to diligence and safety as our customers trust us with the handling of their products
Team player – Supportive and helpful toward other teammates, are open and receptive to coaching and feedback from peers or leadership and always conducts self in a positive manner
Diligent in a manner that ensures equipment is maintained and kept cleaned at all times
Conducts self with the highest degree of integrity, morals and ethics
Gets adequate rest to perform job successfully
Display a high degree of pride in work