Yard Driver - NonCDL Monday - Friday 2pm - 10:30pm Starting pay $25.00/hr plus $2.00 shift differential

KLS Kenco Logistic Services, LLC; Perris (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Supplemental insurance

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability

Parental leave

401(k)

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Kenco Logistics is seeking a Yard Driver to safely move and park trailers in the yard in Perris, CA. The role may include operating a forklift and performing pre/post-trip inspections, with emphasis on safety and timely trailer movements.

Ideal candidates will have a valid driver’s license, 1 year spotting experience, and at least 6 months in a distribution setting; forklift experience is preferred. This is an on-site position with comprehensive benefits and a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• At least 1 year of verifiable spotting experience in a distribution environment.
• Six months related experience or training in a distribution environment.

Responsibilities

• Back trailers into dock/yard spaces and engage dock locks/chocks, deploy trailer stands for all trailers spotted to the dock.
• Park and organize trailers on the yard.
• Operate yard spotter and slide trailer tandems solo.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on yard tractor and complete DVIRs.
• Use YMS to manage inbound/outbound trailer movements.
• Assist refueling of yard tractors.
• Coordinate with office clerk on trailer movements.
• Prioritize movements to avoid downtime for warehouse staff.
• Complete system and manual reports/logs accurately and timely.
• Maintain safe operation of all equipment and report unsafe conditions.

Skills

Spotting experience

Forklift experience

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

YMS

Job description

At Kenco Logistics, you’re more than just a team member—you’re part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people.

As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority.

With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers.

Join a company where your contributions help move the world forward—one shipment at a time.

About the Position

The Yard Driver is responsible for safe and efficient movement of trailers in the yard. May also be required to operate a forklift to move products or shipments.

Functions

• Safely backs various size trailers into assigned dock/yard spaces, engages dock locks, and/or chocks, and deploys trailer stands for all trailers spotted to the dock.
• Parks and organizes trailers on the warehouse yard.
• Mount and dismount the yard spotter frequently and slide trailer tandems alone
• Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on yard tractor and fill out DVIR’s
• Utilizes YMS (or applicable tools) to make inbound and outbound trailer movements.
• Assist the refueling of yard tractors
• Operate forklift to move shipments between trailer movements.
• Coordinates with office clerk on trailer movements.
• Prioritizes movements to ensure no down time for warehouse associates.
• Required to follow company policy, participate in required trainings and keep truck clean.
• Completes all system and manual reports/log accurately and timely.
• Operates all equipment in a safe manner, observing all traffic regulations.
• Accountable for all assigned tools and equipment.
• Reports any unsafe conditions, injury or damage to management
• Miscellaneous tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Minimum of 1 year of verifiable spotting experience.
• Minimum of six months related experience or training in a distribution environment.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Must pass company physical, drug screen and background check.
• Willing to work in inclement weather, if necessary.
• No accidents and no more than two minor moving violations for the last three years.

Competencies

• Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and touch challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates – Building partnerships and working collaboratively with other to meet shared objectives.
• Decision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Optimize Work Processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Situational Adaptability – Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Travel Requirements

No Travel Requirements

Disclosures

For California residents – please enter or copy/paste the address below into your address bar to review an important notice regarding Kenco’s privacy policy https://www.kencogroup.com/ccpa-notice-at-collection-for-employees-and-applicants/ The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Per company policy, all internal job postings expire 14 days from the date they are posted.

Pay

The approximate pay range for this job is: $21.84 - $32.79

Benefits offered

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts
• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
• Employer Paid Holidays- 10 days

Kenco strives to provide a supportive, professional environment for all employees. As a part of Kenco, we expect our team to uphold our three key pillars: be honest, serve, and get better. Each should strive for operational excellence, pursue innovation, and want to grow with our company. Kenco Group is an Equal-Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Kenco

Kenco is a Great Place to Work® certified company, a recognition driven by the feedback and experiences of our associates and one that reflects our people-first culture. Every day, our people push our business forward. Our dedicated workforce has been a cornerstone of our culture and an essential part of what makes Kenco so special. From the distribution floor to the boardroom, we are committed to inclusivity in our workforce, ensuring every one of our associates is empowered to have their voices heard. Through our diverse backgrounds, we’re able to leverage the strengths of every team member to devise creative solutions to any on- and off-site challenge—making Kenco a unified community where our people can grow together and make us stronger every day.