Yard Worker

Carlile; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

AD&D

Short/long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Vacation time

Sick leave

Education assistance

Shift differentials

Job summary

Carlile is hiring a Yard Worker in Fairbanks, AK. This full-time role focuses on safe yard operations, loading, unloading, securing loads, and coordinating with drivers and carriers to maintain efficient shipping workflows.

You will operate forklifts and hand trucks, complete documentation, and help ensure compliance with DOT and company policies. The position offers competitive hourly pay, benefits, and vacation time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1–2 years yard operations experience preferred.
• Forklift experience preferred; fork certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate safely and comply with HSSE policies.
• Check load-related documentation for accuracy.
• Move freight and materials using manual handling and forklifts.
• Prepare yard for loading/unloading and ensure proper labeling and counting.
• Plan and secure loads on various transport modes per DOT and Carlile policies.
• Maintain organized trailers and secure freight for transport.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Yard Worker

Full-Time Individual Contrib Fairbanks, AK, US

Position Profile

• Operate safely and compliance with all established HSSE policies and procedures
• Check and complete all load-related documentation to ensure that it is accurate
• Move freight, stock, and other materials to and from storage and production areas, loading docks, deliver vehicles and containers, by hand, or using forklifts, hostlers, and other heavy equipment to position for receiving and loading
• Complete thorough yard cleanup, stacking dunnage in dunnage racks, picking up pallets and garbage, etc.
• Sort and inspect freight for damage and inconsistencies prior to loading and unloading, ensuring freight is labeled and counted
• Plan loads, tie down and secure loads on flatbeds, flat racks, bulkers, and rail cars in accordance with DOT regulations and Carlile policies and procedures for OTR and OTW transport
• Ensure trailers are organized and accounted for throughout the yard
• Ensure that freight/cargo is secured for transport according to the FMCSRs and hazardous materials regulations
• May assist with off-site projects
• Tacoma - Use handheld scanners to load freight and take trip photos
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• One to two years yard operations experience preferred
• Forklift experience preferred
• Alaska - Heavy equipment experience, preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written, verbal and listening communication skills
• Works well with internal departments, drivers and outside carriers
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction, takes responsibility for own actions, completes tasks on time or communicates alternate plans
• Treats people with respect; keeps commitments, inspires the trust of others, works with integrity and ethically, upholds organizational values
• Ability to prioritize work throughout the day
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracyKnowledge of DOT regulations and Carlile Policies and procedure for OTW and OTR transport
• Must become forklift certified

Competitive hourly rate range: $18.50 - $26.90, plus $5.00 location differential, depending on experience and qualifications

Employer subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family/dependents.

Employer paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and short term and long-term disability coverage

Generous 401(k) plan with a 4% company match

2 weeks’ vacation accrual first year

7 company holidays

7 days of sick leave annually

Up to $5,250 per year in tax-free educational assistance to assist with career development and growth

Shift Differentials (if applies) added onto Base Hourly Wage

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Work is performed in an external environment with exposure to inclement weather and varying temperatures. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, materials, and airborne pathogens. This position is subject to frequent walking, bending, and lifting with mechanized equipment.

Reasonable Accommodations

Carlile will make a reasonable accommodation(s) wherever necessary for all employees or applicants with disabilities, provided the individual is otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential duties and assignments connected with the job and provided that any accommodations made do not impose an undue hardship on Carlile.