Yard Truck Operator - Day Shift (CDL Preferred)

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Ellenwood (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Ellenwood, GA seeks a Yard Driver for 1st shift (Mon-Fri, 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM). The role involves moving and spotting trailers to support warehouse sort and shipment activities, and coordinating with leads on trailer priority.

The position requires 1 year of related experience or training, safe truck/trailer operation, and 53-foot backing proficiency. A CDL is preferred; English-speaking ability is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year related experience and/or training.
• Safe truck and trailer operating skills are required.
• Experience backing 53-foot trailers.
• CDLClass A preferred; verifiable experience may suffice.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently.

Responsibilities

• Move and spot trailers to support warehouse sorting and shipment processing.
• Communicate with Inbound/Outbound Leads on trailer priority.
• Document and perform trailer moves for Inbound/Outbound operations.
• Conduct yard checks throughout the day for Inbound/Outbound.
• Operate yard truck in a safe manner.
• Drive and maneuver a vehicle under 15 mph around the facility.
• Interact daily with facility personnel and follow safety rules.
• Ensure seals are on applicable trailers.
• Track trailer inspections.
• Assist carrier customers with yard guidance.
• Maintain grounds cleanliness.
• Verify and report damages.
• Perform multiple tasks including floor freight and mixed freight with accuracy.
• Other duties as required and assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A

Safe driving

English proficiency

1 year related experience

Education

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training/certification

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Ellenwood, GA seeks a Yard Driver for 1st shift (Mon-Fri, 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM). The role involves moving and spotting trailers to support warehouse sort and shipment activities, and coordinating with leads on trailer priority.

The position requires 1 year of related experience or training, safe truck/trailer operation, and 53-foot backing proficiency. A CDL is preferred; English-speaking ability is essential.