Yard Driver

APM Terminals Gothenburg; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k + Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules (when possible

Job summary

Yard Driver position within A.P. Moller - Maersk in the United States involves safely moving trailers, trucks, and equipment within a company yard. You will position trailers at loading docks, coordinate with warehouse and transportation teams, and maintain efficient yard operations.

Responsibilities include equipment inspections, accurate record-keeping, and clear communication with dispatch. The role requires adherence to safety standards and may require forklift certification and CDL

Qualifications

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

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.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Experience operating yard tractors/hos

Communication skills

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Overtime/flexible schedule ability

Tools

Forklift operation

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.

Work Environment

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.

Company Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k + Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Work Schedules (when possible)
• And more!

Yard Driver Pay :

Yard Driver Pay : $25.00 per hour The above stated pay is the anticipated starting salary range for the position. The Company may adjust this range in light of prevailing market conditions and other factors such as location. The Company will work directly with the selected candidate(s) on the final starting salary in accordance with all applicable laws.

Schedule:

Tues-Sat- PM

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.

We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process.

A.P. Moller - Maersk is an integrated container logistics company working to connect and simplify its customer's supply chains. As the global leader in shipping services, the company operates in 130 countries and employs roughly 100,000 people. With simple end-to-end offering of products and digital services, seamless customer engagement and a superior end-to-end delivery network, Maersk enables its customers to trade and grow by transporting goods anywhere - all over the world.