Trailer Spotter Williamsport, MD

Dot Foods Inc.; Williamsport (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Bonuses for successful performance

Medical, dental, 401k, profit-sharing

Significant advancement opportunities

Job summary

Dot Foods Inc. is seeking a Trailer Spotter in Williamsport, MD for the Transportation department. The role involves moving trailers, inspecting equipment and ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.

The position requires CDL with HazMat and Tanker endorsements, a valid DoT medical, and a strong driving record. Expect to work outdoors year-round with yard duties, basic maintenance, and daily reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• CDL certification with HazMat and Tanker Endorsements.
• Must meet DoT physical and drug screening requirements including vision and hearing.
• Safe driving record.
• Must be able to get in and out of a truck up to 120 times per shift.
• Must lift up to 60 lbs (average 16–25 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Move trailers between pads, doors and buildings in a timely manner.
• Slide tandems to comply with state bridge laws.
• Weigh outbound and finished trailers accurately.
• Reload trailers when overweight (check with Ops Clerk).
• Check trailers and ensure they are secure (locked) in yard.
• Inspect trailer registration, inspections and other documentation; inspect suspension, rails, pins and structural integrity.
• Inspect spotter tractors and fuel truck; perform basic maintenance and fueling; fill daily inspection sheet.
• Check refrigerator unit operation.
• Perform yard, trailer and dock checks.
• Complete a yard tracking sheet after each shift.
• Perform basic communications, radio and personal checks.
• Trailer washouts when needed.
• Fuel trailers on the yard.
• Apply lean thinking to identify and eliminate waste.

Skills

Safe driving

Ability to lift

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL with HazMat & Tanker endorsements

Job description

Job Title

Job Title: Trailer Spotter

Department, Location, Schedule

Department: Transportation Location: Williamsport, MD Schedule: Will discuss during interview

Supervision

Supervision:

• Reports to Assistant Transportation Manager
• Executes work under direction or established procedures 90% of the time.
• Works independently, setting priorities and work schedule 10% of the time.

Essential Duties

• Moving trailers between pads, doors and buildings on a timely manner.
• Sliding tandems to meet state bridge laws.
• Weighing outbound and finished trailers accurately.
• Getting trailer reloaded when trailer is overweight. (Check with Ops Clerk)
• Checking trailers. Ensure all trailers are secure (locked) in yard. (Dot and 3rd party)
• Inspects trailer registration, inspections and other documentation. Inspect trailer suspension, sliding tandem rails and all pins out, frame and cross members for structural integrity, brakes and lights.
• Inspecting spotter tractors and fuel truck, basic maintenance and fueling. (Fill out inspection sheet daily)
• Checking refrigerator unit operation.
• Performing yard, trailer and dock check.
• Completing a yard tracking sheet to be turned in after each shift.
• Performing basic communications, radio and personal.
• Trailer washouts when needed.
• Fueling trailers on the yard.
• Applies lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste in all areas of this position.

Working Conditions

• Will work outdoors all year round.

Compensation

• $2.00 hour night differential
• $2.20 hour weekend differential
• $1.00 hour differential for running loads for dispatch twice a month. (optional)
• Performance Bonuses

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• CDL certification with HAZMAT and Tanker Endorsements (DTI will help in providing education opportunities if requirements are met.)
• Must meet the Department of Transportation physical and drug screening requirements. Including sufficient vision and hearing necessary to operate powered equipment safely.
• Safe driving record
• Must be able to get in and out of a truck as many as 120 a shift or more
• Must lift up to 60 lbs, with average of 16 to 25 lbs.

Job Pay

$22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Job General Benefits

WHAT DTI CAN OFFER YOU

As a family-owned and -operated company, DTI has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance
• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing
• Significant advancement opportunities