Yard Driver - Nights

Lowe's Companies, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowe's Companies, Inc. is seeking a Yard Driver Team Member to efficiently move trailers and support distribution center operations. The role involves handling loads safely, aiding receiving and shipping, and assisting at the visitor center as required.

Candidates should be capable of lifting up to 70 pounds, work a variable schedule, and operate yard equipment after training. This is a full-time position at a Lowe's distribution facility in the United States.

Qualifications

• Strong safety orientation and proven record of complying with safety requirements.
• Demonstrated track record of consistent and reliable on-the-job contribution.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision or with a team.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers promptly as requested by appliance, shipping, receiving, and visitor center.
• Cross-train in receiving, putting away, picking and shipping within the distribution center.
• Maintain product quality by safe handling and accurate positioning of loads.
• Support visitor center personnel as needed.

Skills

Safety orientation

Reliability

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Reach truck

Yard truck

Scrubbing sweeper

Job description

What You Will Do

The Yard Driver Team Member is primarily responsible for the timely and efficient movement of trailers upon request of appliance, shipping, receiving, and visitor center following all rules concerning pulling, placement and securing of trailers. Drivers will cross train receiving, putting away, picking and shipping product within a distribution center and support the visitor center personnel. This role is responsible for maintaining quality by properly and safely handling the product, using customer focused distribution. The activities performed by this role are instrumental in a facility achieving or exceeding key performance indicator metrics.

What We're Looking For

• Required to work a set schedule that may be changed/modified by management based on the needs of the facility.
• Requires availability to work morning, afternoon, nights, or weekends depending upon assigned shift and overtime based on the needs of the facility.
• Must work in a distribution/warehouse environment with the physical and environmental aspects typically associated with such environment.
• Ability, with training, to safely operate yard tractor and maneuvering trailers ranging in size from 28' to 53'
• Minimally must be able to lift 40 pounds; ability to lift up to 70 pounds.

What You Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong safety orientation and proven record of complying with safety requirements
• Demonstrated track record of consistent and reliable on-the-job contribution
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision or with a team

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Experience in distribution center operations or previous warehouse experience
• Experience operating power equipment (e.g., forklift, reach truck, yard truck , scrubbing sweeper)
• Experience performing detail-oriented tasks in a fast-paced working environment
• Experience using spatial reasoning to position product effectively
• Basic math and reading comprehension skills
• Basic computer skills

Bilingual, Military, and Veteran applicants are encouraged to apply.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, email [e-mail]

Working Conditions

Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates, including extreme heat or cold, wet, damp, humid, windy, or drafty conditions, is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment.

Lifting methods vary based on role, weight, and volume. Associates must follow guidelines, limiting single lifts to 70 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 70 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required, with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker.