Class C Yard Driver
Customs Goods LLC · Carson, CA ·
- Category
- Logistics
Summary/Objective:
In this role, the Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers within the yard, positioning them for loading and unloading, and ensuring smooth flow of operations. This role is critical to maintaining an organized and efficient warehouse and distribution environment.
Essential Functions:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Core Values:
Demonstrate to comply with the company’s Core Values:
• Yard truck operation certification (if applicable).
AAP/EEO Statement: Custom Goods LLC. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
This commitment extends to all aspects of Custom Air Warehouse’s employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment.
In this role, the Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers within the yard, positioning them for loading and unloading, and ensuring smooth flow of operations. This role is critical to maintaining an organized and efficient warehouse and distribution environment.
Essential Functions:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Safely move trailers between dock doors, staging areas, and designated yard locations.
- Ensure trailers are correctly aligned for loading and unloading.
- Follow all safety protocols and company policies, including use of PPE and adherence to DOT regulations.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the yard goat and report any mechanical issues.
- Maintain accurate records of trailer movements using yard management systems or manual logs.
- Coordinate with warehouse staff, forklift operators, and dispatch to ensure timely trailer availability.
- Perform routine maintenance checks and basic troubleshooting of the yard goat vehicle.
- Report any maintenance needs or safety concerns to the appropriate personnel.
- Communicate effectively with warehouse personnel, drivers, and supervisors to ensure seamless operations.
- Assist with other warehouse duties as needed, including loading, unloading, and material handling.
Core Values:
Demonstrate to comply with the company’s Core Values:
- Servant Leadership
- Passion for Excellence
- Integrity
- Resilient
- Intense Safety Focus
- Trust
- Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Experience: Previous experience as a yard goat driver or similar role preferred.
- Familiarity with warehouse and transportation operations.
- Licenses/Certifications:
• Yard truck operation certification (if applicable).
AAP/EEO Statement: Custom Goods LLC. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, age, disability, sexual and gender orientation, genetic information or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
This commitment extends to all aspects of Custom Air Warehouse’s employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment.