Yard Driver - 2nd Shift: Trailer Movement & Dock Support

Tyson Foods; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health, life, dental, vision and Rx

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Rogers, Arkansas is hiring a Yard Driver for the 2nd shift. The position is located outside the plant and requires driving the yard truck to move and park trailers and trucks throughout the shift.

You will perform safety checks, stay in constant contact with the supervisor, monitor the radio, assist unloading as needed, and report issues promptly. Applicants must be 18+, have 6 months of driving experience, a valid license, and meet Tyson’s background and conduct requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 6 months of driver’s work experience.
• Must have valid state issued driver’s license.
• Have no DWI/DUI conviction within the past 12 months.
• Must have fewer than 4 points according to Tyson Yard Driver Evaluation System.
• Must be willing to submit to the Non-Dot disclosure and release form to obtain MVR.
• Must be willing to work in all weather conditions as the job setting is outside.
• Must be able to lift, pull, and/or push up to 50 pounds.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
• There is 180 days (6 months) waiting period for former Tyson Foods team members.
• Max of two previous Tyson employments to be considered for hire.
• Applications will be considered from the following counties: Washington, Benton, and Madison.
• Relocation Assistance Eligible: No
• Work Shift: 2ND SHIFT (United States of America)
• Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.
• Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
• The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Completing initial safety check/inspection of the yard truck and getting this documented accordingly on the inspection form.
• Constant communication with the supervisor and receiving team is necessary to understand trucks that need backed in and out of the receiving dock during the shift.
• Monitoring the radio constantly and responding immediately to anything that is needed or requested by supervisor or shipping & receiving team members.
• Assisting receiving team members unload trailers as needed.
• Timely communication with the supervisor about any issues during the shift.
• Performing any other duties as assigned/requested by Supervisor.

Job description

Tyson Foods in Rogers, Arkansas is hiring a Yard Driver for the 2nd shift. The position is located outside the plant and requires driving the yard truck to move and park trailers and trucks throughout the shift.

You will perform safety checks, stay in constant contact with the supervisor, monitor the radio, assist unloading as needed, and report issues promptly. Applicants must be 18+, have 6 months of driving experience, a valid license, and meet Tyson’s background and conduct requirements.