Yard Driver

Yard Driver

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Statement(s) :

• Operates yard tractor safely to remove loaded trailers from the docks and stage empty trailers by priority in the appropriate door.
• Coordinates with the warehouse team to manage the trailer pool effectively in accordance with the dock schedule.
• Greets and provides direction to incoming carriers; gives dock assignments.
• Conducts frequent yard checks; proactively monitors and communicates trailer pool status.
• Ensures utmost accuracy of BOL paperwork and trailer seals.
• Enforces yard safety guidelines with carriers; provides yard safety suggestions.
• Properly pre-trips and inspects each trailer to meet DOT compliance standards.
• Performs pre / post trip tractor checklists; keep equipment clean.
• Correctly positions trailers on the dock using a yard switcher tractor.
• Switches trailers as needed during the daily sort.
• Hooks up sets of trailers for line hauls leaving the facility.
• Clearly communicates all trailer moves and trailer numbers with operations management.
• Maintains yard cleanliness.
• Maintains forklift certification to assist with warehouse functions when necessary.
• Maintains and contributes to a safe work environment by adhering to policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Safety Program.
• Reliable attendance at scheduled shifts.
• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
• Performs all other duties as assigned or needed by General Manager or the customer.

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