Yard Dog Operator (A813)
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Located in Decatur, AL
Salary: $18.00 - $19.00/HR (BOE)
We have an opening for a Yard Dog Operator position working at a company in Athens, AL, that manufactures pressure-treated lumber products. This is an evaluation-to-hire opportunity with potential for full-time placement.
This position is responsible for the organization of trailers on-site using a yard dog (a.k.a., terminal tractor or spotter truck). The position may also require the use of a forklift for a percentage of the time.
Skills/Qualifications
A minimum of 6 months of experience driving a commercial class vehicle or yard dog is required.
Minimum 12th-grade basic education completed.
Ability to pass a driving test/skills evaluation in a yard dog.
Working knowledge of vehicle parts, and how to handle minor repairs to ensure equipment is in proper operating condition.
Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process within 4 months of hire.
A CDL is not required for this position.
Duties/Responsibilities
Safely drives in the facility staging shipping loads in various weather conditions.
Completes daily equipment inspection sheets.
Loads and unloads trucks as needed to assist with production.
Inspects equipment to ensure safe operating conditions.
Secures load and/or inspects load to ensure it has been properly secured.
Perform duties consistent with all applicable Company rules.
Conducts preventive maintenance to the truck and ensures it is clean.
Maintains appropriate shipping documents as required.
Maintains radio contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions on trailers/loads to be moved.
Verifies shipping documents for accuracy.
Completes paperwork as required.
May operate a forklift to load/unload trailers as required.
Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy.
Completes training as required by management.
Participates in safety programs and meetings.
Performs other duties as required.
HOW TO APPLY?
At our office (Monday-Friday 8AM to 5PM): 607 Church Street NE, Suite C, Decatur, Alabama 35601
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Contact us via phone/text at 256-822-1000, or email Jobs.DecaturAL@ExpressPros.com.
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Express Office: Decatur
607 Church Street Northeast
Suite C
Decatur, AL 35601
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