Yard Spotter

Job Summary: As a Yard Spotter, you'll work at Distribution Center Services (DCS) moving yard mules and trailers within H-E-B Retail Support Centers. Upon hire, you'll complete mule and/or tractor training as required. Please note this position is not the Delivery Driver Trainee program used to train full time Drivers.

Key Responsibilities &

Essential Functions:

• Spots trailers at dock doors throughout the Retail Support Center
• Transports merchandise throughout the Retail Support Center

The responsibilities and essential functions outlined above describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time based on business needs. Employees may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.

Qualifications &

Key Requirements:

Age Requirement:

• 21+

Work Experience:

• 3+ years of experience driving (with a valid driver’s license) (mandatory) - Required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• No suspended or revoked driver licenses, permits, or privileges in any state / county (mandatory) - Required
• Documented proof of a good driving record; applicants chosen to be interviewed must obtain a Life History MVR from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) (required) see below for instructions.
  
  NOTE:
  
  Police reports will be requested on an applicant whose MVR record reflects an accident
  - To get a copy of your Life History MVR from the Texas DPS, log on to::
  
  - Select Driver License and Online Services / More online services
  - Click on Request a driver record
  - Enter requested information found on your driver’s license
  - Click on Type 3A (Certified Complete Driving History)
• 3-year clear MVR, including moving violations, tickets, or (chargeable) accidents, including personal vehicle; record will be reviewed for preventability, based on H-E-B standards
  - Required
• No DWI/DUI or felony convictions ever in lifetime
  - Required
• Knowledge of the English language (mandatory) according to Regulation 398.3 (c)(4), “Every driver shall be able to read and speak the English language sufficiently to understand highway traffic signs and signals and directions given in English and to respond to official inquiries”) - Required
• Familiarity with Section 2 of the Texas Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers Handbook
  - Required
• Advanced customer service and interpersonal skills
  - Required
• Ability to work with little or no supervision
  - Required
• Maintain an excellent attendance and punctuality record
  - Required

Education:

• HS Diploma or GED or equivalent (preferred) - Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Successful passing of Dept of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). DOT drug screen, background check, and verification of work history (required prior to job offer) - Required
• Ability to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License upon hire Upon Hire
  - Required
• Ability to pass a Department of Transportation physical and drug screen, and meet all DOT driver qualifications
  - Required
• Ability to successfully complete all phases of the of the Spotter Trainee Program
  - Required

Physical Demands &

Working Conditions:

• Handle multiple, concurrent tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Work primarily weekends, including nights and holidays

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Partner encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Last revised: 5/1/2024