Yard Driver 1st/2nd Shift

DC-Hazleton

Safely and efficiently moves, spots, backs-up, and inspects trailers in and around the yard for loading and unloading purposes

Major Activities

• Moves trailers in/out of shipping and receiving doors. 
• Communicates with Clerical staff and/or Coaches/Operations Coordinators regarding moves to ensure accuracy and timeliness. 
• Performs various yard checks/audits.  
• Assists in maintaining Inbound and Outbound dock and staging areas.
• Completes individual daily loading sheets, dispatch forms, and other paperwork. 
• Ensures that all required processes are performed concerning proper paperwork, seals, locking and securing trailers, etc.
• Completes other related duties as assigned.  Takes the initiative in periods of downtime to complete other duties and remain productive. 
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Special Certifications or Technical Skills

• Basic computer proficiency

Other

• Ability to stay focused and organized in periods of varying work volume, moving quickly to execute trailer moves safely and accurately
• Works with a pace that matches the urgency of workflow inside the DC (e.g., wave changes)
• Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team
• Schedule flexibility to stay late or come in early in accordance with business needs for trailer moves
• Maintain clean driving record

Preferred Education

• High school education or equivalent preferred; additional related education/training is a plus

Preferred Special Certifications or Technical Skills

• CDL preferred but not required

Preferred Type of Experience the Job Requires

• Prior Yard Driving experience (or other driving experience) preferred

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting and carrying of product weighing 5 to 60 pounds
• Continual standing and walking, either in the Yard or in the warehouse.
• Occasional sitting in the Yard Truck or to perform office tasks
• Frequent climbing, reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and twisting
• Repetitive motion and substantial movement of the wrists, hands and/or fingers

Work Environment

• Exposure to extreme temperatures dependent on external climate outside and proximity to dock doors/exits while in the warehouse
• Moderate noise level from Yard Truck, DC conveyor/sortation system and powered industrial equipment
• Occasional vibration when operating the Yard Truck and if/when operating powered industrial equipment
• Potential exposure to fumes and airborne particles
   

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

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