Yard Driver - Weekends

Lowe's Companies, Inc.; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) Retirement account with company

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Parental and family-building benefits

Lowe’s Associate Discount

Job summary

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. is hiring a Yard Driver Team Member in East Hartford, CT. You will move trailers on request, operate yard tractors and assist with receiving, put-away, picking and shipping in a distribution center. Safety, accuracy and teamwork are essential in this role.

The position involves several shifts, potential overtime, and a focus on meeting KPI targets while supporting the visitor center and distribution operations.

Qualifications

• Strong safety orientation and compliance with safety requirements.
• Proven track record of reliable on-the-job contribution.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision or with a team.
• High school diploma or GED preferred; distribution center experience a plus.
• Experience operating power equipment such as forklift or yard truck.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers promptly following all rules for pulling, placement and securing.
• Cross-train in receiving, putting away, picking and shipping within the DC.
• Safely handle products to maintain quality and support KPI targets.

Skills

Safety orientation

Reliable on-the-job

Independent/team work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Yard tractor

Reach truck

Scrubbing sweeper

Job description

Job Description

The Yard Driver Team Member is primarily responsible for the timely and efficient movement of trailers upon request of appliance, shipping, receiving, and visitor center following all rules concerning pulling, placement and securing of trailers. Drivers will cross train receiving, putting away, picking and shipping product within a distribution center and support the visitor center personnel. This role is responsible for maintaining quality by properly and safely handling the product, using customer focused distribution. The activities performed by this role are instrumental in a facility achieving or exceeding key performance indicator metrics.

What We’re Looking For

• Required to work a set schedule that may be changed/modified by management based on the needs of the facility.
• Requires availability to work morning, afternoon, nights, or weekends depending upon assigned shift and overtime based on the needs of the facility.
• Must work in a distribution/warehouse environment with the physical and environmental aspects typically associated with such environment.
• Ability, with training, to safely operate yard tractor and maneuvering trailers ranging in size from 28’ to 53’.
• Minimally must be able to lift 40 pounds; ability to lift up to 70 pounds.

What You Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong safety orientation and proven record of complying with safety requirements
• Demonstrated track record of consistent and reliable on-the-job contribution
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision or with a team

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Experience in distribution center operations or previous warehouse experience
• Experience operating power equipment (e.g., forklift, reach truck, yard truck , scrubbing sweeper)
• Experience performing detail-oriented tasks in a fast-paced working environment
• Experience using spatial reasoning to position product effectively
• Basic math and reading comprehension skills
• Basic computer skills

Bilingual, Military, and Veteran applicants are encouraged to apply.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation,

About Lowe's

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2023 sales of more than $86 billion, Lowe’s operates over 1,700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300,000 associates. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information, visit Lowes.com

Pay Range: $20.20 - $24.90 per hour.

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.

Associate Benefits (https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/joining-our-team)

• Working at one of the largest retail companies has its perks. We offer exceptional benefits and wellness programs for eligible full-time and part-time associates, tailored for many different lifestyles. Our benefits range from health, vision and dental insurance to paid vacation, tuition assistance and parental and family-building benefits. Plus, we offer learning and development opportunities to help our associates grow their skills and achieve their goals.
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Life and Disability insurance
• Paid time off based on role, tenure, and locality, including vacation, holidays, sick and volunteer time
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• 401(k) Retirement account with company match
• Employee Assistance Program with concierge, work/life services and no-cost counseling for all kinds of needs
• Education support programs, including tuition assistance and trade skills scholarships
• Business Travel Accident insuranceMaternity and Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Lowe’s Associate Discount and broad discount platform
• Other discretionary benefits (based on eligibility) include annual bonuses, enrollment in Lowe’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan and/or deferred compensation plan, and grant awards

About Lowe’s

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,750 home improvement stores, 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Lowe’s is a core value S&P 500 equity stock and a dividend aristocrat. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.

Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.