Yard Spot Operator

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Warehouse Yard Spotter is responsible for safely and efficiently moving trailers and containers throughout the distribution center yard and positioning equipment at designated dock doors. This role conducts trailer inventory audits, performs routine inspections, monitors refrigeration unit settings, identifies equipment damage, and reports maintenance needs to support safe and compliant warehouse operations.

• Conduct pre-trip inspections of yard equipment to identify damage, safety concerns, or maintenance needs and report findings appropriately.
• Safely operate a yard tractor to move empty and loaded trailers throughout the distribution center yard.
• Follow radio or electronic dispatch instructions to position designated trailers at assigned dock doors.
• Conduct daily trailer and container inventories, documenting locations, status (empty or loaded), refrigeration settings, and equipment movement to ensure accurate yard management.
• Report damaged trailers, containers, or equipment promptly to support safe operations.
• Complete required operational, inspection, and equipment damage reports accurately and timely.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of yard equipment and work areas.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative working relationship with internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform other yard-related duties as assigned.

The Warehouse Yard Spotter is responsible for safely and efficiently moving trailers and containers throughout the distribution center yard and positioning equipment at designated dock doors. This role conducts trailer inventory audits, performs routine inspections, monitors refrigeration unit settings, identifies equipment damage, and reports maintenance needs to support safe and compliant warehouse operations.

• Conduct pre-trip inspections of yard equipment to identify damage, safety concerns, or maintenance needs and report findings appropriately.
• Safely operate a yard tractor to move empty and loaded trailers throughout the distribution center yard.
• Follow radio or electronic dispatch instructions to position designated trailers at assigned dock doors.
• Conduct daily trailer and container inventories, documenting locations, status (empty or loaded), refrigeration settings, and equipment movement to ensure accurate yard management.
• Report damaged trailers, containers, or equipment promptly to support safe operations.
• Complete required operational, inspection, and equipment damage reports accurately and timely.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of yard equipment and work areas.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative working relationship with internal and external stakeholders.
• Perform other yard-related duties as assigned.

• Work in a team-oriented environment by picking, preparing, and palletizing finished goods for shipment – working overtime as needed to accomplish the daily/weekly shipping goals.
• Operate forklift or other equipment as required in the movement of material within the distribution center. Complete a daily vehicle inspection report prior to operating any equipment. Responsible for the proper charging of the vehicles after use. Performing light maintenance duties as required (i.e. watering battery properly).
• Required to complete warehouse tasks using a handheld RF scanner (picking, replenishing, and putting away items). This includes ensuring precise data entry, verifying product details, and recording serial numbers to maintain inventory integrity.
• Attention to detail and adherence to company procedures are essential to prevent errors and ensure accurate order fulfillment.
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