Yard Driver — Trailer Yard Specialist, Safe & Efficient

Dairy Farmers of America; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a yard tractor/truck driver in Dallas, TX to support shipping and receiving operations. You will move, position, and park trailers, perform pre/post-trip inspections, and ensure safety and DOT compliance.

Responsibilities include hitching/unhitching trailers, shuttling to docks, maintaining logs, and attending driver trainings. Valid Class A CDL and DOT knowledge are required; HS diploma or equivalent preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Tractor/trailer experience within the last five years preferred.
• Must meet all DOT and DFA Motor Vehicle Record requirements.
• Valid Class A CDL in state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers based on operational priorities to support plant efficiency and production needs
• Hook, unhook, and shuttle trailers to docks, yard locations, and service departments
• Spot loaded and empty trailers at assigned dock doors for loading and unloading
• Connect loaded trailers to tractors for route and OTR drivers
• Maintain accurate trailer movement and inventory logs
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report equipment issues
• Perform preventive maintenance checks in the yard area
• Wash tractors and trailers as required for the location
• Comply with all DFA Quality, Safety, DOT, and GMP policies
• Attend required driver training and workshops
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Skills

Safety awareness

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Punctuality

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid Class A CDL

Job description

Dairy Farmers of America is seeking a yard tractor/truck driver in Dallas, TX to support shipping and receiving operations. You will move, position, and park trailers, perform pre/post-trip inspections, and ensure safety and DOT compliance.

Responsibilities include hitching/unhitching trailers, shuttling to docks, maintaining logs, and attending driver trainings. Valid Class A CDL and DOT knowledge are required; HS diploma or equivalent preferred.