Yard Driver Non DOT
Xpedient is a full-service 3rd party logistics provider. We have experience helping a diverse client base in warehousing services, transportation management, supply chain management, order fulfillment and labor needs.
Hourly: $20.46Shift: 10AM to 6:30PM
Summary
The ideal candidate will have experience with the transportation of large and medium-sized items and must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment. Mainly responsible for driving a truck, picking up new products, following predetermined delivery routes, and delivering those products in a safe and timely manner to the proper place.
When not in the trailer, this person will be operating as the main Gate Attendant. A Gate Attendant is responsible for the access control of all incoming and outgoing traffic into the facility yard. Documents arrival of trailers into the various systems.Checks accuracy of the paperwork and the loads of trucks and trailers upon their exit from the facility yard. At some facilities, may be required to perform physical door checks throughout the facility.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Adhere to all required safety requirements.
- Preventative maintenance of the yard truck
- Moving trailers in and out of the dock in a timely manner
- Inspect trailers and loads in the yard and on the dock as needed
- Make basic repairs
- Prepare and continuously document all reporting requirements accurately and timely
- Complete any and all assigned work by Management
- Possess strong communication skills
- Carry out good housekeeping
- Have the ability the solve problems
- Interact with warehouse personnel and communicate effectively
- Communicate with truck drivers in yard environment
- Timely movement of trailers to/from doors
- Safety and environmental key performance indicators
- Maintain clean yard
- Professionalism
- Friendly and positive attitude
- Perform other office duties as assigned
Safety:
- Observe and follow health and safety regulations
- Enforces operating instructions and safety policies.
- Assist management in establishing warehouse standards and procedures
- Maintain detailed records of safety incidents
- Assign designated safety personnel
- Maintain warehouse in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
- Strong knowledge of safety regulations, to be familiar with not just traffic laws but rules regarding how often they are required to rest, maximum miles driven and the like.
- A clean driving record, or they can have their license suspended or revoked.
- Physical fitness, since Drivers are required to pass a physical exam every two years.
- Hand-eye coordination, since they must coordinate their hands, legs and eyes to maintain a fast reaction time on the roads.
- Visual and hearing acuity, in accordance with federal regulations which mandate that truck drivers have to hear a forced whisper at 5 feet, have at least 20/40 vision, a 70-degree field of vision and the ability to distinguish the colors of traffic light.
- Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance.
- Strong attention to details, accuracy and accomplish job tasks in a timely manner.
- Effectively adapt to change and thrive in a stimulating, fast-pace work environment.
Must be able to successfully pass a background check and drug screen. Xpedient Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Xpedient offers competitive wages, insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision and life), paid time off and holidays.
Compensation details: 20.46-20.46 Hourly Wage
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