Trailer Operator Switcher Day Shift

Meijer; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Paid education assistance

Team member discount

Development programs for advancement &

Job summary

Meijer is a family company looking for a dependable Yard/Dock Worker to support trailer yard operations within our Michigan distribution network. You will perform safety checks, manage trailer movements, and assist loading/unloading as needed while maintaining a clean, safe yard and a strong attendance record.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, ability to obtain a Class A CDL with UST training, and demonstrate teamwork, reliability, and organizational skills in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to be licensed and operate a stand up Power Industrial Truck is mandatory.
• Ability to pass Class A UST Operators Training.
• Experience in a transportation/warehouse setting is highly preferred.
• CDL and current DOT physical required.
• Familiarity with or experience working in a warehouse setting required.
• Knowledge, skills, and ability to read and operate computer programs required for assigned equipment.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within this field.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Good organization skills.
• Ability to operate machinery and equipment at a high level.
• Reliable and consistent attendance required.

Responsibilities

• Fuels equipment per requirements.
• Performs yard checks to verify trailer inventory.
• Performs routine safety checks to secure trailer and follows all related safety requirements.
• Conducts temp checks on trailers containing product.
• Provides trailers as needed/requested for loading and unloading, ensuring inbound trailers are rotated first in/first out.
• Verifies that all equipment is functioning properly and completes DVIR for power units.
• Learns SOP for all functions performed.
• Maintains a safe and clean yard for optimizing equipment utilization.
• May assist workers in loading/unloading trailers as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Reliability

Forklift operation

Computer literacy

Reading/operating equipment manuals

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power Industrial Truck (stand-up)

Class A CDL

DOT physical

Job description

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family - take care of your career and your community!

Meijer Rewards

• Weekly pay
• Scheduling flexibility
• Paid parental leave
• Paid education assistance
• Team member discount
• Development programs for advancement and career growth

What You'll be Doing:

• Fuels equipment per requirements.
• Performs yard checks to verify trailer inventory.
• Performs routine safety checks to secure trailer and follows all related safety requirements.
• Conducts temp checks on trailers containing product.
• Provides trailers as needed/requested for loading and unloading, ensuring inbound trailers are rotated first in/first out.
• Verifies that all equipment is functioning properly and completes DVIR for power units.
• Learns SOP for all functions performed.
• Maintains a safe and clean yard for optimizing equipment utilization.
• May assist workers in loading/unloading trailers as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Bring with You (Qualifications):

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to be licensed and operate a stand up Power Industrial Truck is mandatory.
• Ability to pass Class A UST Operators Training.
• Experience in a transportation/warehouse setting is highly preferred.
• CDL and current DOT physical required.
• Familiarity with or experience working in a warehouse setting required.
• Knowledge, skills, and ability to read and operate computer programs required for assigned equipment.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within this field.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Good organization skills.
• Ability to operate machinery and equipment at a high level.
• Reliable and consistent attendance required.

We opened our doors more than 90 years ago with the goal of helping people provide for themselves and their family. Today we're a multi-billion dollar retailer with more than 70,000 employees across six states. Our Midwest geography includes corporate offices in Grand Rapids, Michigan, plus manufacturing facilities, distribution centers and over 270 stores across Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and Wisconsin.

Meijer is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to treating all persons with dignity and respect. Meijer's policy is to not discriminate because of any applicant or team member's race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, age, physical or mental disability, uniformed service or veteran status, or any other lawfully-protected classification.