1st Shift - Switcher Driver

METROLINA GREENHOUSES LLC; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

METROLINA GREENHOUSES LLC is seeking a 1st Shift Switcher Driver in Huntersville, NC. The role focuses on moving trailers safely between docks in a fast-paced facility, with support across dock and labor teams as needed.

Requirements include 1+ year of switcher or OTR trailer driving, attention to detail, reliability, and strong teamwork. The job is outdoors with potential indoor administrative duties; long hours may be required in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience driving a switcher or OTR trailer.
• Detail-oriented, accurate, reliable, able to multitask.
• Good teamwork and communication within dock and labor groups.

Responsibilities

• Drive 18-wheelers from dock to dock within the facility.
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow safety protocols.
• Communicate with dock crews, drivers, and other switchers throughout the facility.
• Operate the fuel truck as needed and complete dock work as assigned.

Skills

Switcher driving

OTR trailer

Team player

Job description

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1st Shift - Switcher Driver

Full Time MGH Hourly MGH Huntersville Hourly, Huntersville, NC, US

Salary Range: $18.00 To $26.00 Hourly

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not supervise nor directly manage a team.

Position Summary

A successful Switcher will safely and timely move trailers from dock to dock on the facility, in a fast-paced setting. They will also support and help out the dock and other labor teams throughout the division as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive 18-wheelers from dock to dock within the facilities
• Ensure a safe work environment
• Communicate with the dock crews, drivers, and other switchers throughout the facility
• Operate the fuel truck when needed
• Complete dock work as assigned
• Other duties as assigned by management

Minimum Qualifications

• 1+ year(s) experience driving a switcher or OTR trailer
• Detailed-oriented, accurate, reliable, able to multitask, and be a team player

Physical Requirements

• Active driver's license that allows the employee to drive in the given state

Job Setting & Physical Demands

This position is primarily outdoors but may be required to work between locations and within an indoor office environment for administrative duties, which may require the use of computers and standard office equipment. Fluency to read, write, and understand the English language is required. Must be able to work in all outdoor elements, including dust and allergens. There are occasional needs to work on scaffolding. Position requires long-term ability for standing, sitting, squatting, bending, reaching, and twisting on a regular basis to fulfill essential duties. Candidate must have the ability to operate all machinery necessary within the department and across the facility, including but not limited to driving the appropriate switcher trucks. Must have the ability to consistently lift up to 30 pounds unassisted.

Disclaimer

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of people assigned to this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. All employees may be required to perform activities outside of their normal job responsibilities from time to time as needed.