Yard Driver Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 6 Months yard jockey experience.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum of one year verifiable experience driving, switching or commercial tractor

Responsibilities

• Moving trailers in and out of the doors.
• Drives switching equipment, tractors, and straight trucks to transport goods or equipment to and from designated locations.
• Makes decisions in sequencing schedule to maintain efficient loading and unloading operations.
• Loads and unloads trailers and verifies product count.
• Maintains a clean and safe docking area and reports any maintenance or safety issues to supervision.
• Refuels vehicles on site and documents locations and condition of equipment.
• Maintain safe and efficient dock operation by switching trailers and equipment to and from docks.
• Maintains equipment fuel levels and refuels equipment during appropriate times.
• Loads and unloads trucks, verifying the count and condition of product. Reports overages, shortages, and damages.
• Performs daily yard checks.
• Properly secures loads, ensuring loads are within local, state and federal guidelines.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and/or logs as required policies and procedures.
• Inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, fuel, oil, and water. Notifies supervision of current or anticipated repair needs.
• Complies with all company policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage available beginning on your 30th day
• PTO program for all associates, including paid holidays and vacation
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Excellent training and career advancement opportunities