Yard Driver

4 weeks ago

Bessemer, Alabama, United States Saddle Creek Logistics Services Full time
Why Work for Saddle Creek Logistics Services?

Saddle Creek Logistics Services is a leading provider of logistics and supply chain solutions. As a Yard Driver, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of trailers within our yard. This is a unique opportunity to work with a diverse team of professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Safely maneuver a tractor and trailer combination vehicle in a compact yard area
  • Complete yard checks daily
  • Move empty trailers to shipping doors, set loaded trailers to the doors, and remove loaded/empty trailers from dock doors
  • Perform and document pre and post shift safety inspections
  • Lift and open trailer doors and slide trailer tandems when necessary
  • Frequently bend to place and remove wheel chocks
  • Safely enter and exit yard tractor numerous times per shift
  • Safely maneuver equipment with good backing skills
  • Adhere to all safety policies
  • Keep tractor in a clean, sanitary condition at all times

Requirements:
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required
  • Must be 21 years of age or older
  • Must have a valid driver's license
  • Must have a minimum of 1-year experience in the operation of a tractor-trailer unit in a yard driver/warehouse setting
  • Must be able to work independently and demonstrate good customer service skills
  • Must be able to work overtime and adjust schedule as needed
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background investigation

Benefits:
  • Weekly pay with skill pay and shift differentials
  • Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and medical reimbursement
  • Medical employee-only premium as low as $5.90/week, $26/month with wellness discounts
  • HSA with annual employer contribution
  • Weekly 401(k) match
  • Vacation immediately upon hire
  • 8 holidays per calendar year
  • Personal time after 90 days
  • EAP and identity theft protection
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability

Schedule:
1st shift (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

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