Facilities Yard Helper

Vertiv Corporation; Pelzer (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Corporation in Pelzer, South Carolina is seeking a Yard Coordinator to manage the movement of trailers, trucks and containers in the yard, ensuring safe traffic flow and accurate housekeeping across three facilities.

You will coordinate arrivals, staging, and departures, communicate dock assignments, monitor yard safety, and perform regular audits. A high school diploma is required and forklift operation is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to walk in the yard and work outdoors in varying weather.
• Lift up to 25–50 lbs occasionally.
• Stand or move for extended periods during shifts.
• Must be able to drive and operate a forklift.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate arrival, staging, and departure of trucks and trailers in the yard.
• Communicate dock assignments and schedules with drivers and warehouse staff.
• Monitor yard traffic to ensure safe vehicle movement.
• Perform regular yard audits to verify trailer locations and conditions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Report equipment issues, damages, or safety hazards to management.
• Support continuous improvement to increase yard efficiency and organization.
• Implement a 5's program to keep the yard organized, clean, and debris-free.

Skills

Yard operations

Communication

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Forklift driving

Job description

Job Summary

The Yard Coordinator is responsible for managing the movement and organization of trailers, trucks, and containers within the warehouse yard. This role ensures efficient, safe traffic flow, and accurate housekeeping of the yard at 3 Pelzer Facilities. The Yard Coordinator acts as a key point of communication between warehouse staff, safety team, and facilities teams to maintain smooth and safe yard operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the arrival, staging, and departure of trucks and trailers in the yard.
• Communicate with drivers and warehouse personnel regarding dock assignments and schedules.
• Monitor yard traffic to ensure safe and efficient vehicle movement.
• Perform regular yard audits and inspections to verify trailer locations and conditions.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and transportation procedures.
• Report equipment issues, damaged trailers, or safety hazards to management.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to increase yard efficiency and organization.
• Coordinate and implement a 5's program for the yard to make sure it is kept organized, clean, and free from any trash or debris.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Requirements

• Ability to walk in the yard frequently and work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to lift up to 25-50 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to work standing or moving for extended periods
• Must be able to drive and operate a forklift.