Yard Switcher / CDL Driver - Night Shift
Key responsibilities
- Move trailers : Transport trailers to and from loading docks, designated parking spaces, and maintenance areas using a terminal tractor or hostler.
- Position trailers : Correctly spot trailers at dock doors for loading and unloading, executing precise backing maneuvers in tight spaces.
- Inspections : Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections on the switching equipment and trailers to identify mechanical issues, potential hazards, and safety concerns. Report any issues promptly to management or maintenance.
- Maintain yard organization : Keep the yard clean, organized, and free of obstructions to ensure clear traffic flow.
- Communicate effectively : Coordinate with warehouse staff, dispatchers, and truck drivers using radio communication systems to prioritize moves and resolve any issues.
- Documentation : Accurately track and log all trailer movements, either manually or using a Yard Management System (YMS), to maintain inventory records.
- Safety compliance : Adhere strictly to all company safety policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations (e.g., DOT).
- Experience : Prior experience operating a yard truck, semi-truck, or similar heavy-duty vehicle is often required or preferred.
- Licensing : A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), typically Class A, is often preferred and sometimes required, especially if public roads are used. A clean driving record is mandatory.
- Safety awareness : A superior awareness of and commitment to safety procedures is crucial, including using personal protective equipment and reporting all incidents.
- Maneuvering skills : Excellent spatial awareness and precision backing skills are necessary for navigating confined spaces.
- Communication : Strong communication skills to interact effectively with colleagues and management.
- Physical stamina : The ability to perform manual labor, including prolonged sitting and operating equipment, as well as physical tasks like connecting and disconnecting trailers.
- Adaptability : The capacity to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced, and all-weather outdoor environment.
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