DC Yard Jockey Driver Shift 1

JOB SUMMARY 

The Yard Driver is responsible for safely moving trailers within the distribution center yard to support inbound and outbound operations. This role ensures trailers are positioned at dock doors on time, yard flow is maintained efficiently, and all movements are completed in accordance with safety and company standards. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Move trailers to and from dock doors, staging areas, and parking locations using a yard truck 

• Perform trailer spotting to support loading and unloading schedules 

• Maintain organized and efficient yard flow to prevent delays in operations 

• Perform additional duties as needed to support business operations and fluctuations in workload. This may include maintaining yard organization and cleanliness and, when trained and authorized, assisting with distribution center operations, including operating powered equipment. 

Safety & Compliance 

• Follow all safety procedures, traffic patterns, and yard protocols 

• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections of yard equipment and trailers 

• Report equipment issues, damage, or safety concerns immediately 

• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements 

Communication and Coordination 

• Communicate with Operations, Receiving, Shipping, and Transportation teams regarding trailer needs 

• Respond to radio or system requests for trailer movement in a timely manner 

• Support prioritization of workload based on operational demands 

Qualifications 

Required 

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred 

• Ability to operate or willingness to learn yard truck equipment 

• Basic communication skills (verbal and/or radio use) 

• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities 

Preferred 

• Previous experience in a distribution center, warehouse, or transportation environment 

• Experience operating yard trucks, hostlers, or similar equipment 

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating equipment 

• Ability to climb in and out of yard trucks frequently 

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions 

• Ability to lift up to [X lbs] as needed 

Work Environment 

• Outdoor yard environment with exposure to weather conditions 

• Fast-paced distribution center setting 

• Frequent interaction with moving equipment and vehicles 

WHO WE ARE 

Discover At Home, the Home and Holiday Décor Superstore with endless aisles of must-have styles at prices so low you won't believe it. We are a dynamic, fast-paced retail brand with exciting career opportunities offering growth and a fun job you’ll love. We boast over 260 retail stores across 40 states, multiple distribution centers, and a modern corporate headquarters located in Coppell, TX. We have open positions that value imagination and diversity, giving people the opportunity to explore, grow, and help shape our future.