Driver / Logistics Coordinator

Genesco; Chapel Hill (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dependable Yard Dog Driver to ensure the safe movement of trailers and equipment within the yard. This role requires a keen eye for safety, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a GED or high school diploma, along with a minimum of two years of driving experience. Join a team that values professionalism and teamwork, where you can contribute to maintaining a safe and efficient operation. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of tractor or yard dog driving experience required.
• Must obtain and maintain forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety standards and identify hazards.
• Communicate and document all movement of trailers.
• Maintain fuel levels and perform maintenance checks.

Skills

Tractor Driving

Safety Management

Communication Skills

Mathematical Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Two-way Radios

Job description

Description

Job Responsibilities

• Adhere to the standards of safety management and identify any hazards to Management.
• Prepare and inspect equipment prior to operation and turn in daily inspections to Manager
• Apply required safety gear
• Hooking and moving parked trailers to load/unload door in the yard
• Communicate and document all movement of trailers
• Moves levers and presses pedals to drive truck and control movement of lifting apparatus
• Positions forks, lifting platform, and other lifting device under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials.
• Transports loads to designated bin locations
• Unloads and stacks product and materials by raising and lowering lifting device
• Communicate any maintenance or repairs needed to the Manager
• Maintain fuel levels and perform adequate maintenance checks on tractor
• Must have knowledge of two-way radios, ability to work a battery changer and swap out tanks on forklifts
• Operator will lift up to 50 lbs or more on regular basis.
• No fear of heights or susceptible to motion sickness

Job Requirements

• GED or High School Diploma
• Minimum two (2) years of tractor or yard dog driving experience
• Commercial Drivers License (Class A - CDL) preferred
• Obtain/maintain forklift certification
• Outstanding eye coordination
• Excellent physical condition
• Good mathematical skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Able to adapt to changes and maintain team mentality
• Must be dependable and trustworthy / maintain confidentiality and professionalism

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