Yard Spotter - $28.09 / hour

Dohrn Transfer Full Time Spotter

Dohrn Transfer is your complete Midwestern transportation partner. We offer less-than-truckload, truckload and value-added services throughout our 10-state service area. Our family operated company provides the attention and flexibility that only a regional carrier can, backed by excellence in service and powerful logistical tools.

Dohrn is seeking a Full Time Spotter at our Centerville, MN terminal. Experience backing in trailers is required.

Shift Starts :

1 : 00AM

10 : 00PM

Pay is Top Scale at $28.09 / Hour!

Benefits : Health / Vision / Dental insurance, 401k matching, life insurance, short / long term disability and more.

Position Summary :

Move semi-trailers to and from loading docks and yardwork, work the dock as needed when there is downtime.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions :

Drive a Non CDL vehicle safely moving semi-trailers to and from loading docks and yards

Load and unload vehicle, either independently or with assistance of dockworkers; Mechanic freight handling equipment may be used where available and appropriate

Perform frequent lifting, pulling, pushing and carrying of freight

Securing of freight may be required through strapping or other methods

Inspect the vehicle for defects and safe operating conditions as required by law and company policy

Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations for the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle

Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements :

A minimum age of 21

High school completion or equivalent

Valid Driver License & 3 years driving experience

All drivers are to possess only one valid driver's license issued by the resident state of the driver; Operators who have recently transferred from another state must produce a copy of the former license or provide license information for verification from that state; Drivers will need to provide information on all licenses held within the previous 36 months

No record of citation or conviction of any DUI / OWI or Reckless Driving within the previous 5 years

Must have and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and functional screen

Must consent to a pre-employment drug screen; Dohrn Transfer must receive a negative result

Dohrn Transfer must receive a negative controlled substances and alcohol result from prior employer(s) for the past three-year period; No prior evidence of controlled substance use

There must be no instance of refusal to submit to an alcohol or controlled substance test within the past three-year period, including pre-employment testing

Must consent to a 10-year check on work history; Gaps of 30 days or more must be listed and explained; documentation may be requested; Discrepancies may prevent applications from being processed or withdrawal of the job offer

Must have the ability to read and write the English language and also perform simple mathematical calculations

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements :

Gripping of various sizes and weights of up to 100 pounds

Lifting of up to 100 pounds from ground level to 45"; Lifting at waist level or 36"

Front carry up to 100 pounds for 250 feet

Push / pull up to 60 pounds of horizontal force

Sitting up to 10 hours per day

Standing and Walking occurs frequently

Climbing, Squatting, Crouching, Balancing, or Kneeling occurs occasionally,

Crawling occurs rarely

Reaching occurs frequently, while shifting gears, moving freight, loading and unloading the trailers and turning the steering wheel, along with closing the rear trailer doors.

Grasping and handling occurs frequently while loading and unloading freight, opening and closing trailer doors, turning the steering wheel along with turning the hand crank to raise and lower the front jacks on the trailer

It is critical to speak with coworkers and customers in order to safely and properly perform essential job functions

Vision is used constantly during their day while driving, reading maps, inspecting truck

Smell is used occasionally during their day to check for leaks

Hearing is used frequently, listening for unusual sounds or warning sounds of problems with the vehicle

May be exposed to extreme temperatures, humidity, or wetness

May be exposed to dust, gas, fumes, or chemicals

Dohrn Transfer Company, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, geographic background, physical and / or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.