What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Specialist position at Hirschbach?
Why you'll Love Working Here
Competitive Pay & Immediate Bonuses
- Up to $29.16/hour (based on experience)
- $1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS
- Paid weekly for your convenience
Work-Life Balance
- Monday - Friday day shift
- 3 weeks of PTO starting DAY ONE
Perks That Matter
- $1,200 annual tool allowance
- $200 annual boot allowance
- $1,200 CDL A/B stipend
- Laundry service for uniforms included
Benefits for Your Future
- Medical, dental and vision
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid training & OEM factory classes
What You’ll Do
As a Yard Specialist, you'll:
- Conduct routine yard inspections to identify damaged or inoperable tractors and trailers
- Create repair orders and document repair estimates for equipment requiring maintenance
- Coordinate with external vendors by submitting repair requests for work outside the scope of the shop
- Perform minor repairs, including replacing tires, lights, mud flaps, and other basic maintenance items.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient yard by ensuring equipment is properly positioned and parked
- Other duties as assigned
Day-to-day work that keeps you challenged and engaged.
What We’re Looking For
You'll excel here if you bring:
Required
- High school diploma or GED required
- 3-5 years of experience in the transportation, fleet maintenance, or related industry
- OR equivalent military experience
- Valid driver's license, CDL A preferred
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and perform the physical requirements of the role
Skills and certifications help - but a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to learn go a long way with us.
Work Environment
- On-site
- Work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Role requires frequent physical activity including walking, climbing, lifting, and operating heavy equipment
Want to play a role in keeping America's freight moving?
At Hirschbach, you're more than a team member - you're a key part of the operation that keeps our trucks and trailers safe, organized, and ready for the road. If you're dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoy working around commercial equipment, we want to hear from you!
Company Overview
In April 2023, Hirschbach became a Certified Veteran's Business Enterprise (VBE) through the National Veteran-Owned Business Association (NaVOBA), recognizing our commitment as a company that is 51% owned, operated, and controlled by U.S. military veterans.
Join Our Team as a Yard Specialist!
Hirschbach is seeking a Yard Specialist to support our new fleet operations by inspecting equipment, coordinating repairs, maintaining yard organization, and ensuring tractors and trailers are ready for the road out of our Indy Shop. This is a great opportunity for someone with transportation experience, mechanical knowledge, or a passion for trucks and fleet operations to make an impact every day.
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EOE. Offer of employment in contingent upon successful completion or pre-employment drug screen and background check.