Yard Driver - Weekend Shift

About the Role
The yard driver is responsible for the movement and organization of trailers and containers within the facility's yard. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the smooth flow of operations, optimizing space utilization, and supporting timely loading and unloading activities.
The shift will be: Friday-Sunday 6A-6:30PM.
You’ll Make a Difference By
Trailer Movement: Operating yard trucks or hostler trucks to move trailers or containers within the facility's yard, including positioning them at loading docks, storage areas, or designated parking spots.
Coordination with Operations: Working closely with warehouse and distribution center personnel to coordinate the movement of trailers based on loading and unloading schedules.
Inspection: Conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections of yard trucks to ensure they are in proper working condition. Reporting any issues or maintenance needs to the appropriate personnel.
Safety Compliance: Adhering to all safety regulations and guidelines while operating yard trucks. Maintaining a high level of awareness to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of pedestrians and other workers in the yard.
Communication: Effectively communicating with warehouse staff, truck drivers, and other team members to coordinate the efficient movement of trailers and containers. Using two-way radios or communication devices as necessary.
Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate records of trailer movements, noting locations, times, and any issues encountered. Providing documentation as required by the employer.
Space Optimization: Strategically positioning trailers to maximize yard space utilization and facilitating the smooth flow of incoming and outgoing shipments.
Equipment Operation: Operating yard equipment, such as spotter trucks, with precision and attention to detail. Following proper procedures for hooking and unhooking trailers.
Troubleshooting: Identifying and addressing any challenges or obstacles that may arise during trailer movement, such as equipment malfunctions or congestion in the yard.
Flexibility: Adapting to changing priorities and work schedules, especially during peak periods or in response to operational demands.
About You
Valid driver's license.
Experience operating yard trucks or hostler trucks is preferred.
Familiarity with safety regulations and guidelines for operating commercial vehicles.
Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
Strong attention to detail and a focus on safety.
Physical Requirements
Regular standing/walking, both in the office area and within the warehouse
Occasional sitting when working in an office environment
Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, and twisting
Occasional lifting/carrying of items (e.g., boxes of freight) of varying weight up to 50 lbs
Occasional operation of powered equipment
Repetitive motion and movement of the wrists, hands and/or fingers
Work Environment
This position is based in the warehouse with regular exposure to extreme temperature dependent on external climate and proximity to dock doors/exits. Regular exposure to moderate noise level from DC conveyor/sortation system and powered industrial equipment when in the warehouse.
*Please note: This position will require a background and drug screen.
About Ariat
Ariat is an innovative, global outdoor brand with roots in equestrian performance. We develop high-
quality footwear and apparel for people who ride, work, and play outdoors and care about performance, quality, comfort, and style.
The hourly range for this position is $24.00-$27.00 per hour.
The salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data for geographic locations. Ariat in good faith believes that this posted compensation range is accurate for this role at this location at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.
Ariat’s holistic benefits package for full-time team members includes (but is not limited to):
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
Expanded wellness and mental health benefits
Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and paid volunteer days
401(k) with company match
Bonus incentive plans
Team member discount on Ariat merchandise
Note: Availability of benefits may be subject to location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. Ariat reserves the right to alter these benefits in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.
Ariat will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws. Ariat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local law. Ariat is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, email [email protected]

Employment type
Full Time