Yard Driver: Safe Trailer Moves & Dock Support

Maersk Line Limited; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k + Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Maersk Line Limited is seeking a diligent Yard Driver to safely move trailers, trucks, and equipment within the company yard and adjacent facilities. You will position trailers at docks, support yard organization, and coordinate with warehouse and transportation teams to maintain efficient operations.

The role requires operating yard trucks and forklifts, performing inspections, documenting movements, and maintaining an organized yard.

Qualifications

• Requires valid driver's license and acceptable driving record; CDL may be required.
• Experience operating yard tractors, hostlers, trailers, or similar equipment preferred.
• Ability to maneuver equipment safely in confined spaces and active yard environments.
• Ability to document trailer movements and yard activity accurately.
• Strong communication with dispatch, warehouse, and transportation teams.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate yard trucks, hostlers, tractors, and other equipment.
• Move trailers between parking areas, loading docks, staging areas, and maintenance locations.
• Connect and disconnect trailers per procedures.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment.
• Position trailers at dock doors and staging locations.
• Maintain records of trailer movements and yard activity.
• Communicate trailer locations, priorities, and conditions with teams.
• Maintain an organized, secure, and safe yard.
• Follow safety procedures and DOT requirements.
• Report damage to vehicles, trailers, or facilities.
• Monitor equipment conditions and report maintenance needs.
• Assist with yard checks and trailer inventory when required.
• Operate forklifts or other material-handling equipment when trained.

Skills

Driver's license

Yard equipment operation

Communication

Forklift certification

Attention to detail

Independent work

Overtime adaptability

English proficiency

Job description

Maersk Line Limited is seeking a diligent Yard Driver to safely move trailers, trucks, and equipment within the company yard and adjacent facilities. You will position trailers at docks, support yard organization, and coordinate with warehouse and transportation teams to maintain efficient operations.

The role requires operating yard trucks and forklifts, performing inspections, documenting movements, and maintaining an organized yard.