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Bring your passion for driving and logistics to a fast-paced environment where every move you make drives success!\nDuties\nOperate yard tractors (yard goats) to move refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, tankers, and other freight containers within the yard and loading areas\nConnect and disconnect trailers with precision, ensuring proper coupling and safety checks before movement\nUse GPS navigation systems to accurately position trailers and optimize yard workflows\nLoad and unload freight using manual handling techniques, forklifts, or other equipment as needed while adhering to safety standards\nAssist with the safe transportation of hazardous materials (hazmat) and dangerous goods following FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) regulations\nFollow DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations for commercial truck driving, including hours of service and vehicle inspections\nMaintain accurate logs of trailer movements, cargo handling activities, and route documentation for compliance purposes\nRequirements\nValid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements for tractor-trailer operation, including hazmat if applicable\nProven experience in truck driving, delivery driving, or yard operations involving tractor-trailers or similar equipment\nFamiliarity with refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, tankers, dump trucks, roll-off trucks, or freight handling equipment such as forklifts\nKnowledge of FMCSA regulations, hazardous materials regulations, DOT safety standards, and logistics cargo handling procedures\nAbility to manually handle cargo safely and efficiently while following safety protocols\nExperience with route driving on over-the-road (OTR) routes preferred but not required; willingness to work flexible shifts as needed\nStrong understanding of truck loading/unloading processes and trailer coupling/decoupling techniques\nExcellent driving skills with a focus on safety and compliance in commercial vehicle operation\nJoin us as a Yard Goat Driver and be part of a team that keeps our supply chain moving seamlessly! 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