Yard Driver- Aurora (Non CDL)

United Natural Foods West, Inc in; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a skilled individual to manage tractor trailer operations, ensuring timely deliveries and adherence to safety protocols. The role involves coordinating with warehouse staff, performing inspections, and operating industrial equipment. Candidates must possess safe driving skills and relevant experience, with a commitment to maintaining high standards of service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year verified experience operating a tractor trailer.
• Must be 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Sets tractor trailer combinations for loading product scheduled for delivery.
• Starts refrigeration units and checks units periodically.
• Coordinates loading schedules with warehouse supervisors.

Skills

Safe driving skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Written exam and road test

Tools

Forklifts

Job description

Responsible for moving tractors and trailers on the premises, starting refrigeration units, preparing trucks for deliveries.

Essential functions and basic duties:

• Sets tractor trailer combinations for loading product scheduled for delivery.

• Starts refrigeration units; checks units periodically.

• Pulls loaded trailers away from dock and secures trailer doors.

• Coordinates loading schedules with warehouse supervisors.

• Ensures trucks have received pre-trip inspection prior to driver departure.

• Notifies drivers of potential late load situations.

• Ensures returning trucks are refueled, if necessary.

• Assists warehouse personnel with unloading/cleaning trailers.

• Operates powered industrial equipment such as electric pallet jacks and forklifts, as necessary.

• Performs other duties as necessary and required.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Must be able to pass a written exam and road test.

Required Knowledge:

Must have an understanding of related computer applications.

Good judgement is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

Experience Required:

Preferably a minimum of one year verified experience operating a tractor trailer. Must be 21 years of age.

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to speak, read and write English well.

• Safe driving skills, ability to drive large tractor trailers and ability to use forklifts and related delivery equipment.

• Ability to read maps and written directions.

• Ability to pass a post-offer employment physical and drug test and subsequent enrollment in a random pool of drivers for drug and alcohol testing as required by law.

• Strong Interpersonal, communication, organizational and customer service skills.

• Ability to communicate with co-workers and supervisors.

A GREAT PLACE TO GROW!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.