Shag Driver / Yard Driver

Shag Driver / Yard Driver (2nd Shift)

The Shag Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers, containers, and equipment within the facility yard. You will drive a Kalmar Ottowa T2 4x2 and follow yard tasks on a handheld device. Plus opening/closing trailers, cutting seals, putting up and down landing gear, and chalking wheels etc. PAY RATE: 25.00hr POSITION: Seasonal SHIFT: 8:00am to 5:00pm LOCATION: Fort Worth, TX 76052

• What do you need: Extensive experience driving a commercial tractor or yard truck is required
• What you will drive: This site uses a yard truck - Kalmar Ottowa T2 4x2. (You will only move trailers on our property. Refueling trucks come to the site.
• What you will do: Just driving following yard tasks on what trailers to move on a handheld device. Plus opening/closing trailers, cutting seals, putting up and down landing gear, and chalking wheels etc.

• Under general direction, responsible for the precision maneuvering of trailers within the facility yard and onto or off of loading docks to support seamless warehouse operations.
• Will be expected to perform frequent trailer movements, conduct regular yard audits, conduct seal audits, and maintain clear communication with dispatch via radio or yard management software.
• Operate yard trucks (spotter trucks) to move trailers to and from dock doors and designated yard locations.
• Perform daily inspections of yard equipment and report maintenance or safety issues.
• Coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams to prioritize trailer movements and maintain workflow efficiency.
• Ensure proper trailer placement for loading and unloading activities.
• Maintain accurate records of trailer locations, movements, and status.
• Follow all DOT, OSHA, and company safety policies and procedures.
• Secure trailers, including wheel chocking and verifying dock locks as required.
• Assist with basic yard organization, including staging and inventory tracking.
• Respond to radio or system dispatch instructions in a timely manner.

• High School Diploma or GED - Required.
• Valid Drivers License Class C
• Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - is a plus but not required
• Previous experience operating yard trucks, hostlers, or similar equipment

Please note that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening based on local, state and federal laws in your region. This process is designed to ensure the safety and integrity of the workplace. Minor offenses will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration and all situations are reviewed by HR for compliance with local laws and hiring requirements for the role.