2nd Shift Yard Driver (CDL-A) – Trailer & Dock Ops

dfa; Marquette (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Benefits after 60 Days

EOE including Disabled/Veterans

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a 2nd shift truck driver in Michigan to move and park tractors and trailers in yards and docks, supporting shipping and receiving operations. You will perform pre-trip inspections, maintain logs, and follow safety, DOT, and GMP policies while keeping the yard clean and orderly.

Responsibilities include trailer movement, hooking and unhooking, positioning loaded trailers at docks, and completing deliveries as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Tractor/trailer experience within the last five years preferred.
• Must meet minimum age requirements.
• Meet all DOT requirements.
• Meet Dairy Farmers of America Motor Vehicle Record requirements.
• Current CDL (Class A) license in state of residence; tanker endorsement if needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform trailer movement according to prioritization to optimize plant or warehouse efficiencies and production needs.
• Hook, unhook and move trucks to and from the service department and around dock area.
• Spot or position loaded and unloaded trailers at assigned dock space for unloading or loading.
• Connect loaded semitrailers to tractors for the drivers.
• Maintain accurate trailer and inventory movement log.
• Follow steps to ensure proper operation and perform periodic preventive maintenance including pre and post trip inspections of equipment in the area.
• Perform duties required to ensure that assigned area is sanitary and clean.
• Wash exterior of trucks and trailers if appropriate for yard location.
• Complete sales route deliveries and/or over-the-road routes, as needed.
• Adhere to all DFA Quality, Safety, DOT, and GMP policies and procedures and report any nonconformity and accidents and injuries.
• Attend all driver workshops and training sessions.
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Skills

DOT regulations

Safety awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Punctuality

Adaptability

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CDL Class A license

CDL Tanker endorsement

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a 2nd shift truck driver in Michigan to move and park tractors and trailers in yards and docks, supporting shipping and receiving operations. You will perform pre-trip inspections, maintain logs, and follow safety, DOT, and GMP policies while keeping the yard clean and orderly.

Responsibilities include trailer movement, hooking and unhooking, positioning loaded trailers at docks, and completing deliveries as needed.