Yard Truck Driver

48forty Solutions, LLC; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Holiday Pay

Referral Bonuses

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision

Great Team Environment

Job summary

Relogistics is seeking a Yard Truck Driver to move loaded and unloaded trailers within our Reverse Logistics Centers, ensuring efficient flows and safety. You will operate automatic OttawaYard Trucks, inspect loads, perform basic equipment checks, and, when needed, operate a forklift while following inventory controls.

The role emphasizes a safe work environment and may require overtime. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience driving a yard truck or semi is a plus, not required.
• Good math, language and reading skills with attention to detail along with basic computer skills.
• High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment.
• Understanding that overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate an automatic OttawaYard Truck with the ability to maneuver 53’ long trailers into tight spaces without causing damage.
• Perform daily equipment checks such as checking fluid levels, cleaning air filters, examining equipment for damage or leaks in addition to ensuring loads are secure.
• Inspect loads to ensure they are secure
• When applicable, operate a forklift to move pallets or materials on pallets or in crates around the storage facility
• When applicable, stack pallets or materials in the correct manner, following inventory control instructions
• When applicable, examine products to verify conformance to quality standards
• Maintain a clean & safe environment working environment that meets Relogistics standards

Skills

Yard truck operation

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Safety awareness

Overtime readiness

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

As a Yard Truck Driver, you’ll get to move loaded and unloaded trailers around our Reverse Logistics Centers as needed. You’ll be responsible for making decision regarding the movement of trailers to maximize the efficiency of our operation and minimize safety incidents. This person will be vital to the success of our team!

What You’ll Do

• Operate an automatic OttawaYard Truck with the ability to maneuver 53’ long trailers into tight spaces without causing damage
• Perform daily equipment checks such as checking fluid levels, cleaning air filters, examining equipment for damage or leaks in addition to ensuring loads are secure.
• Inspect loads to ensure they are secure
• When applicable, must operate a forklift to move pallets or materials on pallets or in crates around the storage facility
• When applicable, must stack pallets or materials in the correct manner, following inventory control instructions
• When applicable, must examine products to verify conformance to quality standards
• Must maintain a clean & safe environment working environment that meets Relogistics standards

What You Need

• Prior experience driving a yard truck or semi is a plus, not required
• Good math, language and reading skills with attention to detail along with basic computer skills
• High degree of attention required to prevent injury to others; promote a safe work environment
• Understanding that overtime may be required

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Holiday Pay
• Referral Bonuses
• Long-Term Career Advancement
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, AD&D, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance for Eligible Full Time Employees
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Great Team Environment

What’s It Like

• Ability to work in extreme conditions to include, but not limited to, elements, heat, cold, and air particulate
• Repetitively adjust body position to bend, stoop, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for entire shifts of varying lengths
• The noise level in the work environment is dependent on location
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required (eye protection, ear protection is mandatory at several locations, safety shoes)
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include, close vision, distance vision and color vision.
• Must have a good sense of balance & good eye-hand-foot coordination
• May be required to lift pallets by hand, each weighing between 50 lbs. to 75 lbs.

Relogistics is an equal opportunity employer.