Yard Driver

Job description

A Yard Spotter is responsible for driving an automatic yard truck, connecting/disconnecting to trailers, moving them around the yard and docks as production requires. A commercial driver's license is not required for the position and the candidate must demonstrate their ability to safely operate commercial motor vehicle in a private yard. Responsibilities: - Move loads around the truck yard. - Ability to back up trailers to dock doors, often with other trailers on either side of the dock - Verify loads for accuracy - Ensure trailer is in quality working condition prior to relocating - Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle. - Ensure load matches paperwork before leaving all sites. - Safe and legal operation of a commercial vehicle. - Various other duties and tasks as assigned. - May perform activities related to load planning of outbound trucks to meet customer delivery requirements and cost parameters. - Utilize material handling equipment including forklifts, hand trucks, skids, etc. to stage materials and load trucks. - Verify product against shipping documents and authorizations, pack product for shipment according to specifications. - Apply knowledge of departme...