Yard Driver & Route Truck Operator

United Distributors Group; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

United Distributors Group is seeking a Yard Driver in Smyrna, GA to move and spot containers and route trucks for receiving and production areas. The role emphasizes safe handling per company policy and daily coordination with the Warehouse team.

The position requires 19+ years old, a clean driving record, and experience with pallet jacks or forklifts is preferred. Expect long hours and overtime as needed, with a fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 19 years or older.
• Six months of experience in a similar position strongly preferred.
• Experience in operating an electric pallet jack, forklift, and other power equipment preferred.
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to drive and maintain a valid driver’s license in the applicable state.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a neat and orderly storage lot oriented toward maximizing efficiency in servicing the Warehouse needs.
• Operate Yard Truck or Route Trucks in a safe manner during roll‑on/roll‑off procedures daily.
• Drive and operate vehicle adhering to the posted speed limit under 15 mph in and around the Warehouse and storage lot/staging area.
• Maintain awareness that the operation is a low mileage heavy‑duty function requiring preventive maintenance checks.
• Maintain awareness that operations occur on asphalt, concrete, and gravel surfaces in a hostile environment.
• Interact daily with Warehouse personnel and comply with Warehouse safety requirements.
• Communicate using a cellular telephone or 2‑way radio with dispatch, operations, and Warehouse personnel.
• Safeguard all valuable commodities and the storage areas, and accept guidance from supervisory personnel.
• Load and transfer product in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Professionalism

Communication

Relationships

Self‑Awareness

Dependability

Time Management

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Results driven

Pallet jack

Forklift

Basic math

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

Job description

United Distributors Group is seeking a Yard Driver in Smyrna, GA to move and spot containers and route trucks for receiving and production areas. The role emphasizes safe handling per company policy and daily coordination with the Warehouse team.

The position requires 19+ years old, a clean driving record, and experience with pallet jacks or forklifts is preferred. Expect long hours and overtime as needed, with a fast-paced work environment.