Yard Driver

Damco Spain SL; Hopedale, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Team is hiring a Yard Driver to safely move trailers and equipment within a busy yard, dock area, and distribution facility in Massachusetts. You will position trailers at loading docks, perform inspections, and coordinate with warehouse and transportation teams to keep operations efficient.

The role requires a valid driver's license, the ability to operate yard trucks and forklifts where trained, and strong safety awareness. Overtime and flexible scheduling may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver's license; CDL may be required.
• Experience operating yard tractors, hostlers, or trailers.
• Ability to maneuver equipment safely in confined yard spaces.
• Ability to document trailer movements and yard activity accurately.
• Strong communication with dispatch, warehouse, and transportation teams.
• Forklift certification may be required.
• Must be able to work overtime and flexible schedules.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate yard trucks and other equipment.
• Move trailers between parking areas and docks.
• Connect and disconnect trailers per procedures.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain organized and safe yard.
• Record trailer movements and equipment status.
• Communicate trailer locations and priorities with teams.

Skills

Valid driver's license

CDL may be required

Yard equipment operation

Documentation of trailer movements

Communication with teams

Forklift certification

Attention to detail and safety

English proficiency

Independent work ethic

Overtime flexibility

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

A Yard Driver is responsible for safely moving trailers, trucks, and equipment within a company yard, warehouse, or distribution facility. The driver positions trailers at loading docks, supports yard organization, and coordinates with warehouse and transportation teams to maintain efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate yard trucks, hostlers, tractors, and other assigned equipment.
• Move trailers between parking areas, loading docks, staging areas, and maintenance locations.
• Connect and disconnect trailers in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned equipment.
• Accurately position trailers at assigned dock doors and staging locations.
• Maintain accurate records of trailer movements, yard activity, and equipment status.
• Communicate with dispatch, warehouse personnel, drivers, and leadership regarding trailer locations, priorities, and operating conditions.
• Maintain an organized, secure, and safe yard.
• Follow company safety procedures, yard traffic rules, and applicable DOT requirements.
• Immediately report vehicle, trailer, equipment, cargo, or facility damage.
• Monitor trailer and equipment conditions and report maintenance needs.
• Assist with yard checks and trailer inventory when required.
• Operate forklifts or other material‑handling equipment when properly trained and authorized.
• Maintain a clean and professional work environment.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required; CDL may be required based on operational needs.
• Experience operating yard tractors, hostlers, trailers, or similar equipment preferred.
• Ability to safely maneuver equipment in confined spaces and active yard environments.
• Ability to accurately document trailer movements and yard activity.
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with dispatch, warehouse, and transportation teams.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification may be required.
• Strong attention to detail, situational awareness, and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and respond to operating changes in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work overtime and flexible schedules when required.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires frequent entering and exiting of vehicles and trailers, standing, walking, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting throughout the workday. Employees must be able to connect and disconnect trailers, perform equipment inspections, and lift up to 50 lbs. while performing yard‑related activities

Safety Expectations:

Employees are expected to comply with all company safety policies, applicable DOT requirements, OSHA standards, TSA requirements where applicable, and customer‑site safety rules. Employees must immediately report accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions, equipment damage, cargo damage, and regulatory concerns.

This description reflects the general nature and level of work performed in this role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. Employees may be required to perform additional responsibilities or support other operational areas based on business needs.

You must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Performance Team is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Performance Team is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave,veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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Yard Driver - Wed-Sat 4PM-2:30AM

Pay Rate: $30 hourly

Must have 1 year of verifiable TT experience within the last 5 years.

United States of Americas, Massachusetts, Hopedale, 01747