Yard Driver Traffic

Carpenter Co.; Russellville (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Profit-sharing plan

Job summary

Carpenter Co. in Russellville, KY is hiring a Yard Driver for 1st shift to move trailers to/from docks and stage loads for over-the-road drivers. CDL-A and DOT compliance are required, with a DOT physical and drug screen.

HS diploma or equivalent, 6 months to 1 year of commercial driving experience, and teamwork oriented good communication are essential. We offer health insurance, profit-sharing, and a stable work environment.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Basic reading, writing and math skills.
• 6 months - 1 year of experience driving a commercial vehicle.
• Must possess a valid class A CDL.
• Must pass a D.O.T. physical examination and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip checks on trailers to ensure the trailers are in compliance with DOT requirements and Carpenter Co. standards.
• Maintain adherence to State and Federal traffic law.
• Report all damage and unsafe conditions to management prior to trailers being released for shipment.
• Coordinate the movement of trailers with Dock Supervisors, Security Guards and Drivers.
• Safely move trailers as required.
• Assist loading dock with loading and unloading trailers.
• May assist garage personnel and drivers with fueling and cleaning equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness around the loading and docking area.May monitor and check in trucks and deliveries.
• May perform duties of Local Driver

Skills

CDL Class A

DOT compliance

Trailer operations

Vehicle inspection

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another - all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Yard Driver 1st shift at our Russellville, KY, manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for the timely movement of trailers to/from specific docks for the loading of finished products for delivery to external customers and the staging of loaded trailers in specific locations for over the road drivers to hook up and deliver to external customers.

Carpenter Employees Are Committed To Working Hard To Ensure Production Goals Are Met While Maintaining Operations Excellence. As The Yard Driver, You Will:

• Perform pre-trip checks on trailers to ensure the trailers are in compliance with DOT requirements and Carpenter Co. standards.
• Maintain adherence to State and Federal traffic law.
• Report all damage and unsafe conditions to management prior to trailers being released for shipment.
• Coordinate the movement of trailers with Dock Supervisors, Security Guards and Drivers.
• Safely move trailers as required.
• Assist loading dock with loading and unloading trailers.
• May assist garage personnel and drivers with fueling and cleaning equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness around the loading and docking area.May monitor and check in trucks and deliveries.
• May perform duties of Local Driver

Your Additional Responsibilities As Yard Driver Will Include:

• May occasionally relieve security guard as needed.

Skills And Requirements/Essential Functions

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Basic reading, writing and math skills.
• 6 months - 1 year of experience driving a commercial vehicle.
• Must possess a valid class A CDL.
• Must pass a D.O.T. physical examination and drug screen.

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive, affordable benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit-sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. Our Russellville Division employees average over 11 years of service with the company, and we'd like for you to join us! To learn more, check us out at www.carpenter.com.

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.

Education

• Preferred: High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: CDL

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Equal Opportunity Employer

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