Driver, Yard

Estes Forwarding Worldwide, LLC; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

401(k) plan with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job referral bonus

Job summary

Estes Forwarding Worldwide, LLC is seeking a Driver, Yard in Tacoma, WA. The role involves moving trucks and trailers in and out of dock doors, coordinating with loaders and supervisors, and returning home daily.

Candidates must meet CDL and FMCSA requirements and be able to operate yard equipment and perform dock duties. The position emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and reliable transportation of cargo, with opportunities to work in a fast-paced logistics environment and contribute to

Qualifications

• Valid CDL and acceptable MVR required for driving on public roads.
• If a CDL holder, must be registered with FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.
• Must be able to drive a tractor-trailer per FMCSA rules and regulations.
• Able to operate a forklift (≥7,500 lb).
• Must pass a road test and maintain safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Arrange trailers in yards for optimal loading patterns according to signals.
• Promote and adhere to quality, safety, and security procedures.
• Report maintenance issues to Fleet Services or supervision promptly.
• Operate equipment including manual transmission and other safety functions.
• Comply with FMCSA regulations for CDL drivers and safety rules.
• Maintain records in proper accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

CDL required

MVR check

FMCSA regulations

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Road test

70 lb lift

Reading/writing docs

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Driver, Yard

US-WA-Tacoma

Job ID: 2026-7528

# of Openings: 1

Category: Warehousing

Estes Forwarding Worldwide, LLC

Overview

Estes Forwarding Worldwide (EFW) is a leading domestic and international freight forwarder in the United States, providing customized logistics and warehousing solutions for clients around the world and across all industries via air, ground, and ocean freight. A subsidiary of Estes Express lines with corporate located in Richmond, Virginia, EFW is uniquely backed by Estes Express Lines’ extensive line haul network providing EFW clients with a hybrid transportation network. The company has received industry awards, including Specialty Carrier of the Year and E-Commerce Delivery Carrier of the Year, and has been recognized by Global Trade Americas as a leading 3PL to watch.

We are proud to offer highly competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability plans
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Job referral bonus program

Responsibilities

The Driver, Yard is responsible for moving trucks and trailers in and out of dock doors for loading and unloading. This position will collaborate with the loaders and supervisors and be home daily.

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

• Arrange trailers in shipping yards for optimum loading patterns, following loading crew signals when necessary.
• Look for ways to improve and promote quality, safety, and security procedures.
• Promptly report all maintenance problems to Fleet Services and/or supervision.
• Will be required to operate all types of equipment to perform all safety functions, including, but not limited to, operating manual transmission, chaining tires, etc., and must be skilled and qualified to drive in all types of terrain, routes, and environmental conditions.
• Must adhere to all FMCSA requirements of those holding a Commercial Driver’s License.
• Maintain records required with compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Comply with all requirements for safe and legal transportation of hazardous materials.
• Help keep the truck parking yard free of debris and trash.
• Ensure each unit is sealed and in proper safety order.
• Ensure security of equipment and cargo.
• May be required to use in-cab technology, including electronic logs and other items.
• Provide professional and courteous service to our customers and the general public.
• Will assist where needed based on business requirements: Dock work to include loading/unloading freight and customer site loading/unloading freight.
• Comply with company C-TPAT and TSA security procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The qualifications listed below represent the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• A valid CDL and acceptable MVR are required if driving on public roads.
• If a CDL holder, must be registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
• Must be able to drive a tractor-trailer for a period of time that will conform to FMCSA requirements.
• Ability to operate a forklift (minimum 7,500 lb. vehicle).
• Must be capable of dropping/hooking and coupling trailers which involves cranking landing gear, pulling the 5th wheel pin which takes approximately 65 lbs. of pressure; and maneuvering a trailer dolly.
• Must be able to provide an acceptable MVR.
• Must be 25 years of age and have a minimum of two years consecutive driving experience.
• Must be familiar with state motor vehicle laws and FMCSA rules and regulations.
• Must pass a road test.
• Ability to read and interpret general business documents.
• Ability to write routine reports and general business correspondence.
• Ability to work with peers and communicate basic concepts.
• Ability to solve practical problems through standardized solutions that require limited judgment.
• Ability to follow prescribed and detailed procedures to solve routine problems.
• Must be able to operate all safety and operational functions of equipment, including, but not limited to, chaining tires, driving manual transmission vehicles, etc.
• Must have a safe driving record.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• EFW prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and a background check.
• If a CDL holder, must pass a pre-employment FMCSA medical exam and drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check.
• At this time, EFW will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
• EFW offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.

SUPERVISION

The position functions with supervision and has no direct reports.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Minimum of a High School Diploma (or equivalent).

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

A valid CDL and acceptable MVR are required if driving on public roads.

If a CDL holder, must be registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.

TRAVEL

Periodic travel up to 30% with a valid CDL and acceptable MVR.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is frequently required to lift and/or move a minimum of 70 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to lift, twist, turn, and may climb. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and climb or balance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee may be required to work in high/precarious places, with hazardous materials, and in various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud as required by the essential functions of the job.

EFW is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.