Yard Spotter & Driver — Safety-First Role (CDL Helpful)

Ace Hardware; Jefferson (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ace Hardware is seeking a Spotter to join our yard team in Georgia. The role requires performing safety checks on yard trucks, coupling and moving trailers, and maintaining clean, orderly dock areas. Shift is Monday–Friday 6:30am–3:00pm, with potential for additional duties as needed.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with a clean driving record and a willingness to work non-traditional shifts. CDL A and Hazmat endorsements are a plus.

Qualifications

• Be a safety champion by promoting a safe and productive workplace through your own actions, including PPE and safe equipment operation.
• Be an active participant in contributing to a successful safety culture in the facility.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability and willingness to work non-traditional shifts and hours.
• CDL A Certification preferred; Hazmat and Doubles endorsements are a plus.
• Minimum 1 year driving tractor/trailer combinations.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations on equipment standards and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Performs a complete safety and mechanical check of the Yard truck and trailers to be moved.
• Drives and couples tractors to trailers, connects/disconnects equipment, and performs required safety tasks.
• Backs trailers into designated spots and prepares for loading/unloading.
• Drives forklift to assist in cross-dock loads and maintains clean work areas.

Skills

Safety champion

DOT regulations knowledge

Non-traditional shifts

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Ace Hardware is seeking a Spotter to join our yard team in Georgia. The role requires performing safety checks on yard trucks, coupling and moving trailers, and maintaining clean, orderly dock areas. Shift is Monday–Friday 6:30am–3:00pm, with potential for additional duties as needed.

Ideal candidates are 18+, with a clean driving record and a willingness to work non-traditional shifts. CDL A and Hazmat endorsements are a plus.