Yard Spotter

Lazer Logistics; Eldridge (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lazer Logistics in Eldridge, MO is seeking a safety-focused Yard Spotter to move trailers within busy yards. You will operate yard trucks to position trailers at docks, staging areas, and parking locations, following dispatch instructions and site procedures.

You’ll perform pre- and post-trip inspections, document trailer moves using yard management technology, and communicate clearly with warehouse, drivers, and dispatch.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate yard trucks safely.
• Strong communication with warehouse, drivers and dispatch.
• Reliable attendance and ability to work in a 24/7 logistics environment.

Responsibilities

• Move trailers within docks, staging areas, and parking locations following dispatch instructions.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of yard equipment and trailers.
• Document trailer moves using yard management technology.
• Maintain safe traffic patterns and PPE compliance within yard.
• Communicate clearly with internal teams to support timely dock operations.

Skills

Safety-focused

Teamwork

Communication

Pre- and post-trip inspections

Tools

Yard management system

Job description

Lazer Logistics is seeking a safety-focused Yard Spotter to efficiently move trailers within busy distribution and manufacturing yards. In this role, you will operate yard trucks to position trailers at docks, staging areas, and parking locations, following dispatch instructions and site procedures. You’ll perform pre- and post-trip inspections, document trailer moves using yard management technology, and communicate clearly with warehouse, drivers, and dispatch. The position requires strict adherence to safety rules, traffic patterns, and PPE standards, along with reliable attendance and teamwork in a 24/7 logistics environment with opportunities to grow.