Yard Driver

Holman Logistics is actively seeking a Yard Driver to join our team in Emporia, Kansas. This is an exciting opportunity to join an awesome company that truly places our employees first.

Since 1864 Holman has demonstrated a passion for innovation, leadership, and exceeding customer expectations. We care about the people who work here and provide an environment where you can apply your talents and creativity to build a rewarding career. We provide long-term career opportunities with excellent benefits to help build a foundation for you and your family.

Here at Holman, our Yard Driver will act as a key advocate for our employees and proponents of our company culture. While they are directly responsible for driving loaded and empty trailers within the confines of the property, their value is in their attention to detail, ability to effectively communicate, and ability to work independently and safely. We rely on them for their accuracy and adaptability, as well as their desire to grow and develop themselves and other employees.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Works 12-Hour Rotating Shifts 6:00am
  -6:00pm
• Moves loaded and empty trailers in and out of the docks.
• Moves loaded and empty trailers for Hills when needed following safety procedures
• Drives empty and loaded trailers within the confines of the property. NOT ALLOWED TO OPERATE on state and federal roadways.
• Completes yard check daily to verify the accuracy of the trailers in the yard.
• Performs manual duties out of the truck as assigned (e. Trailer inspections, opening and closing trailer doors,).
• Ensures product or equipment is inspected & free of damage or contamination.
• Completes paperwork/documentation properly.
• Uses a basic computer and or tablet for documentation purposes.
• Operates handheld radio.
• Daily housekeeping of the tractor being operated that day.
• Reports any inconsistencies to the Traffic Coordinator.

• Reliable attendance at scheduled shifts.
• Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
• Perform all other duties as assigned or needed.

• Attendance - Ability to work required schedule. Ability and willingness to work the voluntary/mandatory overtime that is required during the busy season.
• Communication - Ability to effectively communicate in writing and verbally in a courteous and professional manner with others. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instruction.
• Mathematics
  - Ability to perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
• Language – Ability to identify and compare letters and numbers. Ability to read and interpret documents such as receivers, invoices, operating instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to read and write simple sentences.
• Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Relationship Building - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, co-workers and management.
• Productivity - Ability to maintain a level of production that meets or exceeds the established guidelines. Ability to work independently without interruptions.
• Paperwork
  - Completion - Ability to complete necessary paperwork neatly and accurately and according to established guidelines.
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