Yard Truck Operator — Safe Trailer Movement & Dock Support

Runnings; City of Rome (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Runnings is seeking a Distribution Center Yard Truck Driver to safely move and position trailers in the yard, maintain accurate trailer records, and support dock and yard operations.

When not operating the yard truck, you may assist with receiving, splitting, picking, loading, and shipping, perform daily vehicle inspections, and help keep the yard clean and safe. The role involves tracking trailer weight distribution and documenting packing slips as needed.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Two years of CDL driving or lot-duty experience.
• Required: Prior forklift operating experience.
• Preferred: High school diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Prior warehouse experience.
• Preferred: One year of prior shipping and receiving experience.

Responsibilities

• Move and reposition trailers throughout the Distribution Center trailer yard.
• Maintain yard cleanliness and safety.
• Load and unload trailers, including flatbed trailers.
• Maintain proper trailer weight distribution while maximizing available trailer cube and space.
• Perform piece counts to verify accuracy.
• Scan merchandise into inventory using designated scanning equipment.
• Accurately associate products and pallets with the appropriate truck identification numbers.
• Print price tags and price merchandise as required.
• Break down merchandise into smaller quantities for shipment to retail locations.
• Assist with inbound and outbound floor-loaded shipments.
• Ensure accurate allocation of quantities.
• Submit packing slips and freight bills as required.
• Cross-check quantities against packing slips and document discrepancies as needed.
• Load merchandise onto the appropriate pallets and apply shrink wrap when necessary.
• Properly secure shipments to prevent product and trailer damage.
• Complete daily tractor and trailer inspections.
• Maintain a logbook when applicable.
• Maintain accurate records of inbound and outbound trailers.
• Monitor tractor condition and report or recommend required maintenance.
• Comply with random company testing requirements.
• Follow safe work practices and always maintain a safety-first mindset.

Skills

CDL driving

Forklift operation

Inventory scanning

Trailer maneuvering

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Scanner

Pallet jack

Forklift

Dock locks

Job description

Runnings is seeking a Distribution Center Yard Truck Driver to safely move and position trailers in the yard, maintain accurate trailer records, and support dock and yard operations.

When not operating the yard truck, you may assist with receiving, splitting, picking, loading, and shipping, perform daily vehicle inspections, and help keep the yard clean and safe. The role involves tracking trailer weight distribution and documenting packing slips as needed.