Yard Driver

Prime, Inc.; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime, Inc. is seeking a Yard Driver in Springfield to maintain organization and production in the terminal yard. The role involves spotting inbound and outbound trucks and ensuring the yard remains free-flowing and well organized.

Responsibilities include expediting trucks to the shop, ensuring adequate shop equipment, and delivering excellent customer service to Prime drivers and shop staff. A HS diploma or GED is required, with specific experience in OTR or daycab driving preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask efficiently.
• Basic computer skills for yard and load management tasks.
• Customer service mindset when interacting with drivers and shop staff.

Responsibilities

• Spot inbound and outbound trucks.
• Organize and keep yard free flowing and organized.
• Expedite trucks to shop for shop associates.
• Ensure sufficient equipment is available for truck shops.
• Communicate effectively with associates.
• Provide excellent customer service to Prime drivers and shop staff.
• Perform additional tasks as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

The Yard Driver is responsible for maintaining organization and production in the Springfield terminal yard.

Responsibilities

• Spotting inbound and outbound trucks;
• Organize and keep yard free flowing and organized;
• Expedite trucks to shop for shop associates;
• Ensure sufficicent equipment is available for truck shops;
• Must have good communication with other associates;
• Provide excellent customer service to Prime driver and shop associates;
• Additional work-related tasks as needed.

Qualifications

Any combination of education, training, and experience providing the following knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Knowledge

Basic knowledge of the trucking/transportation industry preferred.

Abilities

Strong organizational, computer, and customer service skills required. Multitasking and a flexible schedule required.

Experience, Education, and Training

A High School diploma or GED is required.Must have 5 months of OTR experience or 6 months of daycab experience.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to get in and out of trucks and hook/disconnect trailers multiple times per day. Candidate must be able to lift and carry up to 100lbs and push and pull 50lbs. Steel toed footwear, and safety glasses are required in the shop. Candidate must be able to pass a job specific post-offer physical prior to beginning employment with Prime, Inc.

Working Environment

Both indoor and outdoor working environment with exposure to varying weather conditions.

Licensing/Certification

Must have valid Class A CDL with clean driving record. Must have 5 months of OTR experience or 6 months of daycab experience.