Yard

Job Description

Decatur, GA

US Logistics Solutions is looking for a capable and dedicated individual to work as a Yard Spotter. The Yard Spotter should be able to comfortably operate a semi-truck with a trailer and/or yard tractors/mules, to move trailers in and out of dock doors or around the truck yard. The candidate must be able to back trailers up to dock doors, often with other trailers on either side of the dock. In addition, he/she may have to use other warehouse equipment, such as pallet jacks, manual jacks, and forklifts. The Yard Spotter should also know how to perform pre- and post-trip inspections on tractors and trailers.

Core Responsibilities & Duties:

Responsible for the movement and spotting of trailers to facilitate the needs of the warehouse in sorting and processing material for shipment or storage

Responsible for timely movements and knowledge of on-hand inventory

Responsible to maintain a neat and orderly storage lot oriented toward maximizing efficiency in servicing the facility’s needs

Operate yard truck in a safe manner

Drive and operate vehicle under 15 mph in and around facility

Conduct pre-trips on trailers before placing in doors

Must function and interact on a daily basis with facility personnel and comply with facility safety requirements

Communicate using cellular telephone or 2-way radio with dispatch

Security of valuable commodities and the storage area itself are a major area of concern for the yard switcher, occasionally requiring guidance from supervisory personnel regarding

Other duties as assigned

Perks & Benefits:

· Home Daily

· Paid Training

· Industry Leading Benefits Package

· Paid Holidays & Vacations

· Fleet 3 years or newer

· 401(k)

Job Requirements

Safe truck and trailer operating skills are required

Experience with backing 53-foot trailers

A current Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is preferred; however, verifiable experience will be considered.

Skills:

Ideal candidate will possess a “can do” attitude with a “will do” work ethic

Must be innovative, confident and energetic

Detail oriented; practices good judgment in decision making

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Knowledge of professional social media platforms

Self-motivated; ability to operate under solid pressure and meet tight deadlines

Expert capabilities in programs including but not limited to: Word, Excel and PowerPoint

USLS is an equal opportunity employer.