Yard Spotter & Forklift Operator

KENCO; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Kenco Logistics in the United States is seeking a Yard Driver to safely move trailers in the yard and operate a forklift when needed. The role requires spotting trailers, using yard management systems, and coordinating with the office clerk to keep trailer movements efficient.

Ideal candidates will have a valid driver's license, at least 1 year of spotting or distribution experience, and the ability to work in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Minimum of 1 year of verifiable spotting experience.
• Minimum of six months related experience or training in a distribution environment.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Must pass company physical, drug screen and background check.
• Willing to work in inclement weather, if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Safely backs various size trailers into assigned dock/yard spaces, engages dock locks, and/or chocks, and deploys trailer stands for all trailers spotted to the dock.
• Parks and organizes trailers on the warehouse yard.
• Mount and dismount the yard spotter frequently and slide trailer tandems alone.
• Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on yard tractor and fill out DVIRs.
• Utilizes YMS (or applicable tools) to make inbound and outbound trailer movements.
• Assist the refueling of yard tractors.
• Operate forklift to move shipments between trailer movements.
• Coordinates with office clerk on trailer movements.
• Prioritizes movements to ensure no down time for warehouse associates.

Skills

Action Oriented

Collaborates

Decision Quality

Optimize Work Processes

Situational Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

YMS

Job description

Kenco Logistics in the United States is seeking a Yard Driver to safely move trailers in the yard and operate a forklift when needed. The role requires spotting trailers, using yard management systems, and coordinating with the office clerk to keep trailer movements efficient.

Ideal candidates will have a valid driver's license, at least 1 year of spotting or distribution experience, and the ability to work in various weather conditions.