Yard Spotter Driver
About the role
We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Truck Driver (CDL-A) to transport materials, parts, and merchandise to designated local locations using approved routes. Under direct supervision, the Truck Driver performs local transportation duties including driving passenger vans, semi-trailer trucks, and light industrial vehicles, loading and unloading materials, and performing routine operational checks to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Safely move empty and loaded trailers between docks, parking spots, and staging areas using a yard truck/hostler
- Load and unload trucks as required using material handling equipment available
- Perform minor maintenance operations on vehicle to insure proper operation
- Perform daily pre-trip truck inspections to check all fluid levels, battery level, tire pressure, lights, and signals and maintain the appearance of the vehicle
- Update yard management systems, log moves, or scan trailer numbers for tracking
- Perform other tasks as needed
- Follow all site safety rules specific to their position, as seen in the associate handbook, cardinal rule cards, job specific standard work and any EHS training documents
- Report all chemical spills and other environmental concerns to their supervisor, security, or EHS immediately
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- 1+ year of CDL-A driving experience
- Valid and current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A)
- Valid and current Department of Transportation (DOT) card
- Must be able to sit for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly
- Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) that meets company commercial vehicle insurance standards
Qualifications
- Ability to obtain a Clamp Truck License.
- Ability to interpret and follow verbal and written instructions with minimal supervision.
- Ability to make real-time, safety-conscious decisions while operating vehicles.
- Ability to safely perform trailer drops and manual loading/unloading tasks.
- Experience using material handling equipment such as forklifts, clamp trucks, or pallet jacks.
- Strong knowledge of DOT regulations, vehicle inspection procedures, and transportation safety practices.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage delivery schedules, and maintain accurate delivery or inspection records.
Benefits
- Health Care benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; wellness incentives
- Retirement benefits
- Time Off and Leave: Paid vacation days, up to 15 days; paid sick days, up to 5 days; paid personal leave, up to 5 days; paid holidays, up to 13 days; birth and adoption leave; parental leave; family and medical leave; bereavement leave; jury duty; military leave; purchased vacation
- Disability: Short-term and long-term disability
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Tax-Advantaged Accounts: Health Savings Account; Healthcare Spending Account; Dependent Care Spending Account
- Tuition Assistance
The specific benefits available to any employee may vary depending on state and local laws and eligibility factors, such as date of hire and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay
The hourly rate for this position is between $15.00 - $30.00 per hour. Factors which may affect pay within