Yard Driver

Job Attributes

Job ID 52396BR

Category Transportation

Shift 1st Shift

Job Type Full Time

Location FL Gainesville

Operating Company Performance Food Group Customized Distribution Florida

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Yard Driver

FL Gainesville Position Requirements The Yard Driver is responsible for moving tractor trailers to / from the loading docks and parking loaded or empty trailers in designated areas.

The Yard Driver will transport tractor trailers to offsite maintenance and / or inspection facilities requiring local city driving.

All driving is expected to be completed safely in accordance with all Company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.

Responsible for fueling, moving and parking tractors and trailers to the docks and parking the loaded or empty trailers in the designated areas.

Requires attention to safety and cautious driving in the facility parking lot. The Yard Driver communicates and interacts with co-workers and vendors professionally ensuring all services and duties are executed in accordance with preferred work methods and customer service practices.

Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Perform all required safety checks (i.e. pre / post trip) including inspections of tractor / truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations;

inspect tractor / truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed. Report all safety issues and / or repairs required.

Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies. Immediately report any and all safety hazards.

Safely move trailers to / from loading docks and to / from designated parking area.

Handle and return all necessary paperwork related to offsite maintenance and / or inspection facility interactions.

Ensure that tractor, trailer and freight are appropriately locked and / or secured at all times.

Perform general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required.

At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements Required Qualifications : High school diploma / GED or state approved equivalent

Must be able to work the scheduled, assigned times and required overtime for the position

Valid CDL A

Meet all State licensing and / or certification requirements (where applicable)

Must be 21 years of age

Meet all State licensing and / or certification requirements (where applicable)

Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) for past 3 years

Pass post offer drug test and criminal background check.

Pass road test

Valid current DOT Health Card and / or able to secure new DOT Health Card Preferred Qualifications : 1+ years commercial yard driving experience

Foodservice distribution industry experience

Onboard computer and electronic log system experience Required Experience : 6-12 months of commercial driving experience.

Internal candidates may be promoted with less than 6 months experience with good performance record and in accordance with driver training program requirements where applicable As part of Performance Food Group, Performance Foodservice offers the benefits of working for a nationwide company, while maintaining a local, family feel.

As a leader in the foodservice industry, we provide passionate, hard-working associates with opportunities to grow their careers while helping the restaurants we love build their dreams.

Our 10,000+ associates procure, sell, and deliver more than 125,000 different food and food-related products to restaurants throughout the country.

We are inspired by food, invested in relationships, and offer an environment where you can thrive.