Yard Spotter

Are you a safety-focused, detail-driven professional with a passion for logistics? Spartan Logistics is looking for a full-time Yard Spotter to join our high-performing team in Lima, OH, helping ensure smooth trailer movement and yard organization. This is a night shift position working Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and every other Saturday from 6:00 pm - 6:00 am. Pay is $28.00 per hour, plus shift diff of $0.50. If you're ready to play a vital role in keeping our operations efficient and compliant, this could be the perfect role for you!

Why Choose Spartan Logistics?

At Spartan Logistics, we don’t just operate warehouses and fleets—we build careers. As a family-owned, third-party logistics (3PL) leader with locations across Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, South Carolina, Georgia, Missouri, Arkansas, Illinois, and Texas, we pride ourselves on:

• Industry Expertise: Managing over 4 million square feet of warehouse space with 37 years of logistics experience.
• Innovation and Growth: A forward-thinking company offering training and advancement opportunities.
• Values-Driven Culture: Guided by our core values of Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, and Service.

When you join Spartan, you become part of a team that values your contributions, supports your growth, and celebrates your achievements.

Your Role as a Yard Spotter

As a Yard Spotter at Spartan Logistics, your primary responsibility is to safely move trailers within our warehouse yard, keeping operations running smoothly and on schedule. Your key duties will include:

• Transporting trailers in and out of dock doors and designated yard positions.
• Conducting and documenting pre/post-trip inspections to ensure trailer safety and compliance.
• Monitoring the number, condition, and location of all trailers in the yard (empty and loaded).
• Following supervisor's instructions to move trailers as needed.
• Attending safety meetings and complying with all safety protocols.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

What Makes You a Great Fit?

We’re looking for a reliable team player who takes pride in precision, safety, and organization.

Qualifications:

• CDL_A (Required) 7 months to 1 year of driving experience preferred.
• Mechanical knowledge to identify basic trailer issues.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• No travel required; this is a full-time, on-site position.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods and occasionally stand, walk, bend, climb, squat, or reach.

What's in It for You?

Spartan Logistics offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:

• Competitive weekly pay: Starting at $28.00, based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with a 4% company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Boot reimbursement program
• Referral bonus program
• Employee assistance and chaplain program
• Opportunities for growth and development in a family-owned culture

Your Next Step

Apply today and become a vital part of a team that’s moving the logistics industry forward with safety, excellence, and integrity.

Spartan Logistics is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Spartan Logistics participates in E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility verification.