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YardGoat Driver

PRIMEX INTERNATIONAL TRADING

Job Description

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title

Yard Goat Driver

Department

Logistics

Reports To

Logistics Manager

FLSA Status

☐ Exempt
☒ Non-Exempt

Employment Type

☒ Full-Time
☐ Part-Time

Position Summary

The Yard Goat Driver is responsible for safely and efficiently moving trailers, containers, and equipment throughout the plant yard during the pistachio harvest season. This position supports harvest operations by ensuring trailers are properly positioned for loading and unloading activities, maintaining organized yard operations, and coordinating equipment movement with warehouse, logistics, and production personnel. The Yard Goat Driver must comply with all company safety, food safety, and operational requirements while maintaining accurate records and supporting plant operations as needed.

Essential Functions

• Safely operate yard goat trucks and related equipment to move trailers and containers throughout the facility.
• Position trailers accurately for loading, unloading, and storage operations.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and efficient yard layout.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of yard goat equipment.
• Identify and report maintenance concerns, equipment damage, and safety hazards.
• Coordinate trailer movements with loading schedules, warehouse operations, and production requirements.
• Communicate effectively with loaders, forklift operators, warehouse personnel, and supervisors.
• Provide updates regarding yard activities, trailer locations, and operational issues.
• Maintain accurate records of trailer movements and yard operations.
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist pit workers with product movement when required.
• Support harvest operations and other logistics activities as assigned.
• Follow all company safety policies, food safety programs, and operational procedures.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
• Previous experience operating yard goat trucks or similar heavy equipment preferred.
• Previous logistics, transportation, warehouse, or yard operations experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of safe operating procedures for heavy equipment and commercial vehicles.
• Understanding of yard management and trailer movement operations.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to safety and operational detail.
• Ability to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays during harvest season.

Work Environment

• Primarily works outdoors in plant yard operations.
• Frequent exposure to dust, dirt, noise, truck traffic, trailers, machinery, and changing weather conditions.
• High-traffic industrial environment with frequent movement of vehicles and equipment.
• Exposure to heat, cold, fumes, heights, and industrial hazards.
• Must comply with all company safety and food safety requirements.
• Required PPE includes slip-resistant footwear, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hats, and high-visibility safety vests.

Physical Demands / ADA Functional Analysis Chart

Physical Requirement

Frequency

Essential Function?

Standing

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Walking

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Sitting

☒ Constantly

☒ Yes

Lifting 10 lbs.

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Lifting 25 lbs.

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Lifting 50 lbs.

☒ Occasionally

☒ Yes

Carrying

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Pushing/Pulling

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Reaching Above Shoulder

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Bending/Stooping

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Twisting

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Climbing

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Kneeling/Crouching

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Fine Hand Manipulation

☒ Frequently

☒ Yes

Use of Vision

☒ Constantly

☒ Yes

Hearing/Speaking

☒ Constantly

☒ Yes

Frequency Definitions

Occasionally: Up to 33% of the workday.
Frequently: 34% to 66% of the workday.
Constantly: 67% to 100% of the workday.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Primex Farms, LLC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), and all applicable state and federal laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position unless doing so would create an undue hardship. The Company engages in a timely, good-faith interactive process regarding accommodation requests.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Primex Farms, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Acknowledgment

I have reviewed and understand the essential functions and requirements of this position.

Employee Name: __________________________

Employee Signature: _______________________

Date: ___________________________________

1st Shift - 5:00AM - 1:30 PM
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