Truck Driver - NON CDL- BV

Logistec; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cargo handling is seeking a yard truck operator. This role involves operating yard trucks, assisting with loading and unloading cargo, and maintaining safety procedures. The ideal candidate will have significant driving experience, a TWIC certification, and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of driving experience in yard truck or tractor trailer.
• Must have TWIC certification.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Operate yard truck safely to load/unload cargo and containers.
• Perform pre-shift inspections and maintain logs.
• Follow loading crew signals and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Driving Experience

Ability to Process Data

Independence

Decision Making

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

This position is responsible for operating terminal yard trucks and assisting with the loading and discharging of cargo within the facility.

Must Have: TWIC, heavy hauling experience. This is not an over-the-road position.

Experience is required.

Qualifications

• Must have three (3) years of driving experience in a mule jockey or tractor trailer.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to accurately process alpha/numeric data.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative.
• Ability to follow procedures and instructions logically and make sound decisions.
• Flexible hours, including nights, overtime, weekends.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Occasional standing, walking, climbing, bending, squatting, twisting.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent talking and communication.
• Continuous sitting (while driving), grasping, and eye-hand coordination.
• Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform pre-shift mechanical inspection of assigned yard truck and report deficiencies.
• Operate yard truck, ensuring cargo is properly secured for transport, including loading & unloading cargo, containers, and steel/pipe using standard equipment such as flatbed trailers, pipe trailers, open top containers, and moffets.
• Couple and uncouple trailers, changing trailer jack positions, connecting or disconnecting air and electrical lines.
• Maneuver trucks into loading/unloading positions, following signals from loading crew, ensuring proper positioning.
• Maintain logs of loads and submit accurate daily activity reports.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, free of debris and hazards, and be aware of surroundings.
• Perform other duties such as general labor as assigned.