Yard & Dock Truck Spotter

sysco; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Central Texas (Division of USA I) is seeking an Operations role focused on moving trucks and trailers in and out of dock doors for loading and unloading. The job emphasizes safety, equipment checks, and coordination with dock staff to ensure timely loading.

The position requires a valid driver's license, basic warehouse experience, and Sysco-certified pallet jack and forklift operation. You will maintain yard order, assist with receiving, and monitor reefer settings during pre-cooling.

Qualifications

• Less than high school education.
• 1 year of warehouse or transportation experience preferred.
• Pallet Jack and Forklift Certification from Sysco. Can obtain once hired into the role.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Able to communicate efficiently with others and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the loaders and supervision to move trucks and trailers from one location to another according to door assignments.
• Checks to ensure that each unit is sealed and that the refrigeration unit is operating correctly and running.
• Moves trucks and trailers from dock to dock as needed to complete the loading process which includes dropping and hooking trailers.
• Ensures the trailer or truck is completely loaded and secured before moving from the dock area.
• Works with transportation management to ensure the proper equipment is used on the proper route.
• Works closely with fleet shop management to ensure any repairs are finished before using the equipment.
• Helps keep truck parking yard free of debris and trash.
• Arranges trucks and trailers on the yard in an orderly and efficient manner.
• Moves trucks and trailers for receiving when needed.
• Records start up time and reefer set points for pre-cooling purposes
• Ensures trailer doors are closed while not in the dock

Skills

Communication

Numerical skills

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Less than high school education

Tools

Pallet Jack

Forklift Certification

Job description

Sysco Central Texas (Division of USA I) is seeking an Operations role focused on moving trucks and trailers in and out of dock doors for loading and unloading. The job emphasizes safety, equipment checks, and coordination with dock staff to ensure timely loading.

The position requires a valid driver's license, basic warehouse experience, and Sysco-certified pallet jack and forklift operation. You will maintain yard order, assist with receiving, and monitor reefer settings during pre-cooling.