Yard Driver — $30/hr, Wed–Sat 4PM–2:30AM

Our company is looking for a Yard Driver in Hopedale, MA to shuttle trailers and equipment around the yard and keep dock operations running smoothly. You will work closely with dispatch and warehouse staff to keep trailers where they need to be.

Pay

• $30 hourly

Schedule

• Wednesday through Saturday, 4PM to 2:30AM

What you'll do

• Drive yard trucks, hostlers, tractors and other assigned equipment inside the yard

• Shuttle trailers between staging areas, dock doors, parking spots and maintenance spots

• Hook up and unhook trailers following company procedures

• Complete pre-trip and post-trip equipment checks

• Spot trailers accurately at the correct dock doors and staging spots

• Log trailer movements, yard activity and equipment status

• Keep dispatch, warehouse staff, drivers and management updated on trailer locations, priorities and yard conditions

• Help keep the yard organized, secure and safe

• Follow yard traffic rules, DOT regulations and company safety policies

• Report any damage to vehicles, trailers, cargo, equipment or the facility right away

• Watch for maintenance issues on trailers and equipment and report them

• Help with yard checks and trailer counts as needed

• Run a forklift or other material-handling equipment if trained and authorized

• Keep your work area clean and professional

Requirements

• Valid driver's license with a clean record; a CDL may be needed depending on the job

• At least 1 year of verifiable tractor-trailer experience within the last 5 years

• Yard experience required

• Experience with yard tractors, hostlers or similar equipment is a plus

• Comfortable maneuvering equipment in tight spaces and busy yard traffic

• Able to keep accurate records of trailer and yard activity

• Good communication skills to coordinate with dispatch, warehouse and transportation teams

• Forklift certification, or willingness to get certified, may be required

• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness

• Able to work independently, juggle tasks and adjust to changing priorities in a fast-paced setting

• Willing to work overtime or flexible hours when needed

• Must speak, read and write English

• Able to get in and out of vehicles and trailers repeatedly, along with standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching and lifting up to 50 lbs throughout your shift

• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Safety

You'll be expected to follow all company safety rules, DOT, OSHA and, where relevant, TSA requirements, plus any customer site safety rules, and to report accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions or damage right away.

Our company's Performance Team is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of background.