Pay Rate: Up to ***/hour
Schedule: Sunday - Wednesday, Off Thursday, Work Friday, Off Saturday
Shift: Start time 6:00 AM. Typically 8-hour shifts with approximately 5-10 hours of overtime per week. Candidates must be willing to work until the job is completed based on business needs.
Interview Process: In-person interview required
The Yard Spotter is responsible for safely moving trucks and trailers throughout the yard and between facility locations to support loading and unloading operations. This role works closely with warehouse, transportation, fleet maintenance, and supervisory teams to ensure equipment is positioned properly, trailers are loaded and secured, and operations run efficiently. The Yard Spotter plays a critical role in maintaining yard organization, equipment readiness, and overall warehouse productivity.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Move tractors, trucks, and trailers to and from dock doors for loading and unloading operations.
Transport equipment between facility locations and designated yard areas as needed.
Work closely with warehouse loaders and supervisors to position trailers according to dock assignments.
Verify trailer temperatures and ensure refrigeration units are operating correctly before movement.
Inspect trailers to ensure loads are complete, secure, and ready for transport.
Confirm trailers are properly sealed prior to departure.
Coordinate with transportation management to ensure the correct equipment is assigned to the appropriate routes.
Partner with fleet maintenance personnel to confirm repairs and maintenance have been completed before equipment is placed into service.
Safely back trailers into dock doors and maneuver equipment within confined yard areas.
Maintain an organized trailer yard, ensuring equipment is parked in designated locations.
Assist with keeping the yard clean, safe, and free of debris and trash.
Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and DOT regulations.
Required Qualifications
1-3 years of related experience.
Ability to safely back trailers into dock doors and maneuver equipment in a busy yard environment.
Ability to read, write, and understand English.
Basic math and arithmetic skills.
Ability to compute rates, ratios, percentages, and interpret basic graphs.
Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
Ability to work in varying weather conditions and a fast-paced distribution environment.
Ability to handle multiple priorities and solve routine operational issues.
Preferred Qualifications
CDL Class A driving experience preferred but not required.
Previous warehouse, transportation, logistics, or distribution experience.
Previous truck backing and trailer spotting experience.
Pallet jack and forklift certification (or ability to obtain company certification).
Education
High School Diploma or GED is not required.
Physical Requirements
Frequent climbing in and out of tractors and trailers.
Standing, walking, bending, reaching, and sitting for extended periods.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to safely operate yard vehicles and related equipment.