Class C Yard Driver

Customs Goods LLC; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Custom Goods LLC. is seeking a Yard Driver to safely move trailers within the yard, align them for loading, and support loading activities. This role ensures an organized warehouse environment and smooth operations, requiring attention to safety and DOT regulations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, valid license, and experience with yard operations. The position emphasizes teamwork with warehouse staff and dispatch for timely trailer availability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Experience as yard goat driver or similar role preferred.
• Familiarity with warehouse and transportation operations.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Yard truck operation certification (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Safely move trailers between dock doors, staging areas, and yard locations.
• Ensure trailers are correctly aligned for loading and unloading.
• Follow safety protocols and company policies, including PPE and DOT regulations.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of yard gooseneck vehicles and report issues.
• Maintain records of trailer movements using yard management systems or logs.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff, forklift operators, and dispatch for timely trailer availability.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and basic troubleshooting of the yard truck.
• Report maintenance needs or safety concerns to the appropriate personnel.
• Communicate effectively with warehouse personnel, drivers, and supervisors.

Skills

Safe driving

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Yard truck operation certification

Tools

Yard management systems

Job description

Summary/Objective:

In this role, the Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers within the yard, positioning them for loading and unloading, and ensuring smooth flow of operations. This role is critical to maintaining an organized and efficient warehouse and distribution environment.

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Safely move trailers between dock doors, staging areas, and designated yard locations.


• Ensure trailers are correctly aligned for loading and unloading.


• Follow all safety protocols and company policies, including use of PPE and adherence to DOT regulations.


• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the yard goat and report any mechanical issues.


• Maintain accurate records of trailer movements using yard management systems or manual logs.


• Coordinate with warehouse staff, forklift operators, and dispatch to ensure timely trailer availability.


• Perform routine maintenance checks and basic troubleshooting of the yard goat vehicle.


• Report any maintenance needs or safety concerns to the appropriate personnel.


• Communicate effectively with warehouse personnel, drivers, and supervisors to ensure seamless operations.


• Assist with other warehouse duties as needed, including loading, unloading, and material handling.

Core Values:

• Servant Leadership


• Passion for Excellence


• Integrity


• Resilient


• Intense Safety Focus


• Trust

Required Education and Experience

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.


• Experience: Previous experience as a yard goat driver or similar role preferred.


• Familiarity with warehouse and transportation operations.


• Licenses/Certifications:


• Valid driver's license


• Yard truck operation certification (if applicable).

AAP/EEO Statement:

Custom Goods LLC. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

This commitment extends to all aspects of Custom Air Warehouse's employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment.