Yard Driver DB, 2nd Shift, Fort Smith, AR

Yard Driver DB01

Starting pay $21.50/hr plus $2.00 shift premium

M-F 2:00pm - 12:00 am with occasional Saturdays

This position is responsible for backing in and removing trailers from the dock. The Yard Driver backs in trailers for loading/unloading as required. Trailers are also backed into Americold for loading. This position is responsible for operating yard trucks and moving trailers in and out of loading areas while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Must operate yard truck in a safe manner at all times by following all safety procedures;
Move correct trailer from yard to door and door to yard.

Communicate with drivers in a respectful manner;
Set reefer units at appropriate settings;
Check to see if reefer units will start;
Communicate and follow instructions;
Safely secure trailers;
Report any fuel or oil leaks to maintenance;
Will be responsible for the cleanliness of the shuttle truck;
Will do pre-inspection for safety and mechanical defects on shuttle truck at beginning of shift;
Lot checks as requested by management;
Refuel reefers and/or yard trucks as needed;
Other duties as assigned.

Must be willing to tolerate extreme cold and extreme heat (9-12 hours per day)

Must be willing to bend at waist and knees on a repetitive basis (9-12 hours per day) Must be willing to twist and turn (9-12 hours per day) Must be willing to climb in and out of truck cab on a continual basis (9-12 hours per day) Must be willing to walk a great deal (9-12 hours per day) Must have a clean safety record obtained through MVR clearance.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Must be at least 18 years of age, with a valid state driver's license, and no DUI/DWI's in the last 12 months.

• The applicant must have at least six months continuous work history within the past 2 years.

• Must have at least one year experience using a yard truck to back trailers to and from loading/unloading docks.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.