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Yard Driver
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What they do
A Yard Truck Driver drives trucks within a specific, small environment such as a factory yard or a rail yard. Often requires more experience due to tight spaces. May require forklift experience.
$31,504 / year median in Arizona
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Who we are: At our company, we understand that managing pallets can often be a source of frustration for many businesses whether it's dealing with delays, inconsistent quality, or unreliable vendors. With so much at stake, companies can't afford these constant disruptions. That's where we come in. We provide seamless, end-to-end pallet solutions that ensure businesses get exactly what they need, when and where they need it. With our nationwide logistics and highly responsive team, we help leading companies keep their supply chains running smoothly, allowing them to focus on what really matters. Join us, and be part of a team that delivers reliability, quality, and peace of mind to businesses across the country.
Description:
During the initial two-week training period, the selected candidate will start at 11:00 AM to work alongside and receive additional training from the first-shift driver on-site. Candidates must have a valid CDL with Tanker and Hazmat endorsements . Previous warehouse experience is strongly preferred , and forklift experience is a plus. The starting pay is $24.50 per hour , with an increase to $25.00 per hour after successfully completing 90 days .Pay:
Starting at $24.50 per hour, with an increase to $25.00 per hour after 90 days based on successful performance.Schedule:
Regular Shift:
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Training Schedule (First 2 Weeks): 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM to allow additional hands-on training alongside our first-shift driver.Duties:
- Make sure of chocking the wheels
- Move trailers from door to door
- Inspect vehicles tires, lights, breaks, gas and oil
- Clock in and out on time every day
- Pull trailers to get loaded and unloaded
- Be able to comply with daily inspection
- Fill forms accurately including driver logs
- Follow all safety policies and procedures
- Able to communicate effectively
- Do yard checks
- Operate safely
- Assist warehouse needs if there is downtime
- Be accountable for actions taken
- Work well with others Duties may vary.
Work Environment:
- While performing the duties of the job the employee may be exposed to dust, cold weather, hot weather and moderate noise levels.
Reasonable Accommodation:
- Reasonable accommodation may be provided within our limitations and resources as long as the accommodation needed does not prevent the person from performing their job duties.
Clear & Fair:
- PLA does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other protected classes.