What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Driver position at UNFI?
POSITION PURPOSE:
Responsible for moving tractors and trailers on the premises, starting refrigeration units, preparing trucks for
deliveries. Covers for drivers and makes local deliveries when necessary.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
Compensation:
UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.
Benefits:
For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.
Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.
UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
Responsible for moving tractors and trailers on the premises, starting refrigeration units, preparing trucks for
deliveries. Covers for drivers and makes local deliveries when necessary.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
- Sets tractor trailer combinations for loading product scheduled for delivery.
- Starts refrigeration units; checks units periodically.
- Pulls loaded trailers away from dock and secures trailer doors.
- Coordinates loading schedules with warehouse supervisors.
- Ensures trucks have received pre-trip inspection prior to driver departure.
- Notifies drivers of potential late load situations.
- Ensures returning trucks are refueled, if necessary.
- Makes local deliveries, as necessary and covers various routes in emergency (book-off) situations.
- Assists warehouse personnel with unloading/cleaning trailers.
- Operates powered industrial equipment such as electric pallet jacks and forklifts, as necessary.
- Shuttles trucks to and from truck rental facilities if necessary.
- Performs other duties as necessary and required
- Valid State Issued Drivers License
- Transportation and Warehouse experience a plus
- Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available
Compensation:
UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.
Benefits:
For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.
Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.
UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.