Yard Associate

What You’ll Do

As a key member of the Operations team, you will play a crucial role in managing inbound vehicles, with a strong focus on safety. Success in this role will require the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment. As a Yard Associate, you’ll be responsible for:

• Safely operating vehicles both on-site and on public roadways.
• Conducting vehicle inspections and maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Collaborating closely with team members to maintain operational efficiency.
• Load and unload vehicles from train cars.
• Driving team members in a van to designated locations when assigned.
• Flexibility to adapt to various tasks and duties as assigned by supervisors to support operational needs.

Candidate Requirements

We are seeking a self-motivated and collaborative Yard Associate with at least 5 years of driving experience. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic along with respect for people and our policies and values.

• Strong driving skills with an exemplary level of safety awareness, quality, and compliance.
• Proficiency in operating handheld scanners and other equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Must hold a current, valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass drug screening and criminal background check.

Physical Demands of the Job

• Work in various indoor and outdoor environments.
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, standard operating procedures, work instructions, procedure manuals, and policies.
• Quickly respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals.
• Comfortably wear personal protective equipment.
• Frequently navigate a busy environment.
• Occasionally carry, lift, move, push, and/or pull objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Maintain stationary positions for extended durations as needed.
• Visual acuity and physical dexterity are essential for performing the duties associated with the role.

Additional Information

• This position requires the employee to be onsite.
• A person applying for this position must be available to work full-time, weekends, nights, or an on-call schedule when necessary.
• As an employee, you will be responsible for retaining a valid driver's license, free from any drug or alcohol-related driving convictions or reckless driving and always remain “insurable” while operating company owned or controlled vehicles.