Yard Truck Operator

Madison Wood Preservers; Virginia; On-site; USD 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401-K with matching

Employer paid Life, Short- and Long-­/

Disability

Vacation and Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Madison Wood Preservers, Inc. in Madison, VA, is seeking a Yard Truck Operator to safely move trailers, coordinate with yard and production teams, and maintain orderly yard operations.

The role requires operating yard trucks, performing pre-trip checks, and adhering to safety policies. The position includes full-time hours, standard shifts, and benefits such as health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience operating trucks, trailers, forklifts, heavy equipment, or similar equipment preferred.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Must demonstrate the ability to safely operate a yard truck and trailer before authorization.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate yard trucks and trailers throughout the Madison Wood facility and yard.
• Move and position trailers to support production, loading, unloading, storage, and shipping operations.
• Safely couple and uncouple trailers and perform pre-trip inspections.
• Maneuver and back trailers in tight, congested areas with awareness of hazards.
• Verify trailers and loads are properly secured and safe to move.
• Learn yard layout, traffic patterns, trailer locations, and operating areas.
• Communicate with loaders, forklift operators, supervisors, and other departments to ensure timely trailer movement.
• Identify and report mechanical problems, equipment damage, unsafe conditions.
• Respond to breakdowns, spills, severe weather, and emergencies.
• Follow safety policies, PPE, and training; perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Yard Truck Operator

Regular Full-Time Madison Wood Preservers, Inc. Madison, VA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1054

Salary Range: $19.00 To $20.00 Annually

Hours: Monday – Friday: 7AM to 3:30PM

The Yard Truck Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers, materials, and equipment throughout the Madison Wood yard and production areas. This position operates yard trucks and related equipment to position trailers for loading, unloading, production, storage, and shipment while maintaining a safe, organized, and efficient flow of yard operations.

The Yard Truck Operator must be able to safely maneuver a truck and trailer in a busy industrial environment, including tight turns, backing, blind spots, and varying yard conditions. The position works closely with forklift operators, loaders, production employees, shipping personnel, and supervisors to ensure trailers and materials are positioned where and when they are needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Safely operate yard trucks and trailers throughout the Madison Wood facility and yard.

Move and position trailers to support production, loading, unloading, storage, and shipping operations.

Safely couple and uncouple trailers and perform required pre-trip and equipment inspections.

Maneuver and back trailers safely in tight, congested, and limited-visibility areas while maintaining awareness of pedestrians, equipment, and other hazards.

Verify trailers and loads are properly secured and safe to move, including safe handling of mulch trailers and other trailers used in yard operations.

Learn and maintain familiarity with Madison Wood's yard layout, traffic patterns, trailer locations, and operating areas.

Communicate and coordinate effectively with loaders, forklift operators, supervisors, and other departments to ensure timely and efficient trailer movement.

Identify and report mechanical problems, equipment damage, unsafe conditions, and other operating concerns.

Respond appropriately to equipment breakdowns, hazardous spills, severe weather, and other emergency situations.

Follow all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and operating procedures; participate in required training and perform other duties as assigned.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

Ability to work full-time (40 hours per week).

Ability to work overtime, extended hours, weekends, or alternate shifts as business needs require.

Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions.

Ability to sit and operate a yard truck for extended periods, as well as regularly stand and walk throughout the workday.

Ability to frequently enter and exit trucks and trailers using steps, stairs, and handholds.

Ability to navigate stairs, inclines, uneven surfaces, and yard conditions.

Ability to bend, reach, grip, twist, and perform other movements necessary to inspect and operate trucks and trailers.

Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds as needed.

Ability to safely operate yard trucks and trailers in an active industrial environment.

Ability to work around loud noise, dust, vibration, treated lumber, chemicals, and other typical manufacturing and yard conditions.

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Previous experience operating trucks, trailers, forklifts, heavy equipment, or similar equipment preferred.

Valid driver's license required.

Ability to successfully complete Madison Wood's Yard Truck Operator training and evaluation program.

Must demonstrate the ability to safely operate a yard truck and trailer before being authorized for independent operation.

Medical Insurance,

401-K with matching

Employer paid Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability

Vacation and Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

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We wish you the best of luck in your career search! Thank you for your interest in our company. Madison Wood Preservers, Inc.

Jared Ross, HR 216 Oak Park Road Madison VA 22727 540-738-3004 Equal Opportunity Employer

Disclaimer:

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Duties may change based on business needs.