Yard Driver South Bay

Position Summary

The position of the Yard Driver is to move trailers to and from the loading dock or back to the staging area. Maintain the staging area, report damage to any equipment. Communicate with Oakley dispatch and the customer at all times. Work with the shipping and receiving department of their assigned customer moving trailers into the loading/unloading area as directed by the customer and or Driver Manager. Maintain service records on the Yard equipment, making sure all fluid levels are checked. Customer or Driver Manager assigns equipment to be loaded/unloaded at a specific bay. The driver locates the equipment from the staging area. Before moving the equipment, the driver completes a Safety inspection to assure the equipment is safe for loading or unloading. When moving a loaded trailer from the loading area, the driver must verify that all seal points are intact and the seal numbers match what's written on the Bill of Lading. Make sure all documents for the shipment are in order and in the bill box for the road driver to access. Keeping with Food Safety, the driver will maintain their entire work area, including the staging area, loaded and unloading area, as well the Yard equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the staging area, report damage to any equipment.
• Communicate with Oakley dispatch and the customer at all times.
• Work with the shipping and receiving department of their assigned customer moving trailers into the loading/unloading area as directed by the customer and or Driver Manager.
• Maintain service records on the Yard equipment, making sure all fluid levels are checked.
• Customer or Driver Manager assigns equipment to be loaded/unloaded at a specific bay.
• Locate the equipment from the staging area.
• Complete a Safety inspection before moving the equipment to ensure it is safe for loading or unloading.
• Verify that all seal points are intact and the seal numbers match the Bill of Lading when moving a loaded trailer from the loading area.
• Ensure all documents for the shipment are in order and in the bill box for the road driver to access.
• Maintain the entire work area, including the staging area, loaded and unloading area, as well the Yard equipment, keeping with Food Safety standards.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience operating large trucks.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and dispatchers.
• Physical ability to lift and maneuver heavy loads.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Knowledge of food safety practices.
• Ability to operate large trucks safely.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible scheduling options.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Fully remote, flexible schedule based on project needs.