What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trailer Spotter position at Dot Transportation Inc.?
Job Title: Trailer Spotter
Department: Transportation Location: Williamsport, MD Schedule: Will discuss during interview
Supervision:
- Reports to Assistant Transportation Manager
- Executes work under direction or established procedures 90% of the time.
- Works independently, setting priorities and work schedule 10% of the time.
Essential Duties:
- Moving trailers between pads, doors and buildings on a timely manner.
- Sliding tandems to meet state bridge laws.
- Weighing outbound and finished trailers accurately.
- Getting trailer reloaded when trailer is overweight. (Check with Ops Clerk)
- Checking trailers. Ensure all trailers are secure (locked) in yard. (Dot and 3rd party)
- Inspects trailer registration, inspections and other documentation. Inspect trailer suspension, sliding tandem rails and all pins out, frame and cross members for structural integrity, brakes and lights.
- Inspecting spotter tractors and fuel truck, basic maintenance and fueling. (Fill out inspection sheet daily)
- Checking refrigerator unit operation.
- Performing yard, trailer and dock check.
- Completing a yard tracking sheet to be turned in after each shift.
- Performing basic communications, radio and personal.
- Trailer washouts when needed.
- Fueling trailers on the yard.
- Applies lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste in all areas of this position.
Working Conditions:
- Will work outdoors all year round.
Compensation:
- $2.00 hour night differential
- $2.20 hour weekend differential
- $1.00 hour differential for running loads for dispatch twice a month. (optional)
- Performance Bonuses
WHAT DTI CAN OFFER YOU
As a family-owned and -operated company, DTI has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:
- Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance
- Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing
- Significant advancement opportunities
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