The Yard Driver is responsible for safe and efficient movement of trailers in the yard. May also be required to operate a forklift to move products or shipments.
Functions
•Safely backs various size trailers into assigned dock/yard spaces, engages dock locks, and/or chocks, and deploys trailer stands for all trailers spotted to the dock.
•Parks and organizes trailers on the warehouse yard.
•Mount and dismount the yard spotter frequently and slide trailer tandems alone
•Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on yard tractor and fill out DVIR's
•Utilizes YMS (or applicable tools) to make inbound and outbound trailer movements.
•Assist the refueling of yard tractors
•Operate forklift to move shipments between trailer movements.
•Coordinates with office clerk on trailer movements. Prioritizes movements to ensure no down time for warehouse associates.
•Required to follow company policy, participate in required trainings and keep truck clean.
•Completes all system and manual reports/log accurately and timely.
•Operates all equipment in a safe manner, observing all traffic regulations.
•Accountable for all assigned tools and equipment.
•Reports any unsafe conditions, injury or damage to management
•Miscellaneous tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
•High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
•Must have a valid driver's license.
•Minimum of 1 year of verifiable spotting experience.
•Minimum of six months related experience or training in a distribution environment.
•Forklift experience preferred.
•Must pass company physical, drug screen and background check.
•Willing to work in inclement weather, if necessary.
•No accidents and no more than two minor moving violations for the last three years.
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