Yard Driver

Lennox; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

tuition reimbursement

medical, dental, and vision insurance

prescription drug coverage

401(k) retirement plan

short-term disability insurance

8 weeks paid birthing leave

2 weeks paid bonding leave

life and long-term disability保险

Job summary

Lennox in Denton, TX is seeking a Yard Trailer Operator to safely move trailers between dock doors, staging areas, and parking locations within the distribution center yard. You will support loading and unloading by ensuring timely trailer positioning.

Responsibilities include operating a yard truck, spotting trailers at docking points, performing inspections, maintaining inventory, and coordinating with warehouse staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years related experience.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL may be required depending on facility.
• Experience operating yard trucks or similar equipment in a logistics or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work in outdoor conditions year-round.
• Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of trailer types and loading procedures.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers between dock doors, staging areas, and parking locations within the distribution center yard.
• Spot trailers at designated dock doors for loading and unloading.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of the yard truck and report issues.
• Maintain accurate trailer inventory and yard organization.
• Coordinate trailer movements with warehouse personnel, dispatchers, and supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and company policies.
• Assist with minor yard truck maintenance (e.g., checking lights, tires).
• Monitor yard conditions and report hazards or inefficiencies.

Skills

Yard truck operation

Outdoor work year-round

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Safety-conscious

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic vehicle inspection

Job description

What Drives Success

Under general supervision, safely and efficiently movies trailers between dock doors, staging areas, and parking locations within the distribution center yard. This role supports warehouse operations by ensuring timely trailer positioning for loading and unloading.

What Drives Success

Under general supervision, safely and efficiently movies trailers between dock doors, staging areas, and parking locations within the distribution center yard. This role supports warehouse operations by ensuring timely trailer positioning for loading and unloading.

Operate a yard truck (shag truck) to move trailers within the facility grounds. Spot trailers at designated dock doors for loading and unloading. Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of the yard truck and report any issues. Maintain accurate trailer inventory and yard organization. Communicate with warehouse personnel, dispatchers, and supervisors to coordinate trailer movements. Ensure compliance with safety protocols and company policies. Assist with minor trailer maintenance (e.g., checking lights, tires). Monitor yard conditions and report hazards or inefficiencies.

Minimum 1-3 years related experience. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Valid driver’s license; CDL may be required depending on facility.

Experience operating yard trucks or similar equipment in a logistics or manufacturing environment. Ability to work in outdoor conditions year- round. Strong communication and organizational skills. Basic understanding of trailer types and loading procedures. Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods. Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally. Work in varying weather conditions.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum 1-3 years related experience. High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Valid driver’s license; CDL may be required depending on facility.

Experience operating yard trucks or similar equipment in a logistics or manufacturing environment. Ability to work in outdoor conditions year- round. Strong communication and organizational skills. Basic understanding of trailer types and loading procedures. Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods. Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally. Work in varying weather conditions.

What We Offer

Compensation: This is an hourly non-exempt role. The starting pay range for this role and market is between $22.96– $28.02 /hour. Factors that may affect starting pay include geography/market, and the skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Employees in this role are also eligible to earn overtime when they work more than 40 hours in a week (or as otherwise required by state law).

Benefits : Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, the following benefits are offered for this role:

• tuition reimbursement
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• prescription drug coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• short-term disability insurance
• 8 weeks paid birthing leave
• 2 weeks paid bonding leave
• life and long-term disability insurance

Depending on date of hire, and subject to applicable eligibility requirements, new employees in this role also receive up to: 10 days paid time off, 12 paid holidays, and 3 floating holidays per year.

• 10 days paid time off
• 12 paid holidays
• 3 floating holidays per year

Our Culture: At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization. They define our culture – which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member’s contributions. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our continued growth and success.

At Lennox, you’ll take pride in our brands, knowing you are part of something special.

Come, stay, and grow with us!

Disclaimers: The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Lennox reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.