Dock & Yard Operations Lead

Jobtailor; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Tulsa, OK, seeks a Dock Coordinator to lead dock and yard activities, ensuring safe, efficient trailer movements and strict adherence to safety standards. You will coordinate loading/unloading, communicate with internal teams, and uphold 7S practices in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires hands-on coordination, outdoor work in all weather, and the ability to lead in a team setting while maintaining excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, distribution, dock, yard, or transportation environments.
• Ability to coordinate dock or yard activities in fast-paced ops.
• Working knowledge of trailer docking, release procedures, and trailer anatomy.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and varied terrain.
• Follow defined processes, safety standards, and escalation protocols.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all dock-related activities
• Coordinate the safe, efficient, and timely movement of trailers in and out of the facility
• Champion operational safety and support the use of hand tools and dock-related equipment
• Coordinate trailer movements for loading and unloading activities
• Manage and sequence trailer docking, release, and yard flow
• Apply knowledge of trailer anatomy and fleet safety standards
• Monitor dock conditions and exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions are identified
• Follow proper escalation procedures
• Partner with site operations, transportation, yard services, and customer-facing teams
• Prioritize multiple tasks and competing demands
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders while maintaining customer service
• Ensure dock activities align with process guidelines, safety standards, and site SWIs
• Support dock and yard organization according to 7S workplace standards
• Conduct visual inspections to identify risks, inefficiencies, or potential delays
• Use Microsoft Office 365 and Google Suite to track activity, communicate updates, and document issues
• Provide coverage and operational support to site leadership and Lead peers as needed

Skills

Dock Coordination

Trailer Anatomy Knowledge

Safety Standards Compliance

Yard Management Exposure

Strong Communication Skills

Leadership Experience

Tools

Yard Management Systems

Warehouse Management Systems

Microsoft Office 365

Google Suite

Job description

Jobtailor in Tulsa, OK, seeks a Dock Coordinator to lead dock and yard activities, ensuring safe, efficient trailer movements and strict adherence to safety standards. You will coordinate loading/unloading, communicate with internal teams, and uphold 7S practices in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires hands-on coordination, outdoor work in all weather, and the ability to lead in a team setting while maintaining excellent customer service.