Yard Driver - CDL A (Switcher)

About the Company

At Kenco Logistics, you’re more than just a team member—you’re part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers.

About the Role

The Yard Driver - CDL A is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers in the yard. May also be required to operate a forklift to move products or shipments.

Responsibilities

• Safely backs various size trailers into assigned dock/yard spaces, engages dock locks, and/or chocks, and deploys trailer stands for all trailers spotted to the dock.
• Parks and organizes trailers on the warehouse yard.
• Mounts and dismounts the yard spotter frequently and slides trailer tandems alone.
• Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on yard tractor and fills out DVIRs.
• Utilizes YMS (or applicable tools) to make inbound and outbound trailer movements.
• Assists the refueling of yard tractors.
• Operates forklift to move shipments between trailer movements.
• Coordinates with office clerk on trailer movements.
• Prioritizes movements to ensure no downtime for warehouse associates.
• Follows company policy, participates in required trainings, and keeps truck clean.
• Inspects trailers before putting them on the dock.
• Completes all system and manual reports/logs accurately and timely.
• Operates all equipment in a safe manner, observing all traffic regulations.
• Is accountable for all assigned tools and equipment.
• Reports any unsafe conditions, injury, or damage to management.
• Travels on public highway to obtain fuel or to take to maintenance facility.
• May need to haul to trailer, drop yard, or overflow warehouse.
• Performs miscellaneous tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must have a class “A” CDL with 2 years driving experience.
• Minimum of six months related experience or training in a distribution environment.
• Must pass DOT physical, drug screen, and background check.
• Willing to work in inclement weather, if necessary.
• No accidents and no more than two minor moving violations for the last three years.

Skills

• Action Oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Situational Adaptability - Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Travel Requirements

No travel required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA, and FSA accounts
• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
• Employer Paid Holidays - 10 days