Yard Spotter

Note: Schedule: Sunday - Wednesday, Off Thursday, Work Friday, Off Saturday
Shift: Start time 6:00 AM. Typically 8-hour shifts with approximately 5-10 hours of overtime per week.

Trailer-backing experience is mandatory for whoever we select for the role.

Job Description:

• The Yard Spotter is responsible for safely moving trucks and trailers throughout the yard and between facility locations to support loading and unloading operations.
• This role works closely with warehouse, transportation, fleet maintenance, and supervisory teams to ensure equipment is positioned properly, trailers are loaded and secured, and operations run efficiently.
• The Yard Spotter plays a critical role in maintaining yard organization, equipment readiness, and overall warehouse productivity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Move tractors, trucks, and trailers to and from dock doors for loading and unloading operations.
• Transport equipment between facility locations and designated yard areas as needed.
• Work closely with warehouse loaders and supervisors to position trailers according to dock assignments.
• Verify trailer temperatures and ensure refrigeration units are operating correctly before movement.
• Inspect trailers to ensure loads are complete, secure, and ready for transport.
• Confirm trailers are properly sealed prior to departure.
• Coordinate with transportation management to ensure the correct equipment is assigned to the appropriate routes.
• Partner with fleet maintenance personnel to confirm repairs and maintenance have been completed before equipment is placed into service.
• Safely back trailers into dock doors and maneuver equipment within confined yard areas.
• Maintain an organized trailer yard, ensuring equipment is parked in designated locations.
• Assist with keeping the yard clean, safe, and free of debris and trash.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and DOT regulations.

Required Qualifications

• 1-3 years of related experience.
• Ability to safely back trailers into dock doors and maneuver equipment in a busy yard environment.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Basic math and arithmetic skills.
• Ability to compute rates, ratios, percentages, and interpret basic graphs.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and solve routine operational issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• CDL Class A driving experience preferred but not required.
• Previous warehouse, transportation, logistics, or distribution experience.
• Previous truck backing and trailer spotting experience.
• Pallet jack and forklift certification (or ability to obtain company certification).

Education

• High School Diploma or GED is not required.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent climbing in and out of tractors and trailers.
• Standing, walking, bending, reaching, and sitting for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely operate yard vehicles and related equipment.