Yard Driver in Wolcott, New York at Kreher Family Farms

The Yard Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers within the facility yard. This role supports shipping and receiving operations by positioning trailers at dock doors, maintaining yard organization, and ensuring equipment is in safe working condition. The Yard Driver plays a key role in maintaining workflow efficiency and supporting overall logistics operations.

Job Responsibilities

Strategic and tactical work for which this position is accountable

The Yard Driver is responsible for:

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Capabilities and traits essential to perform satisfactorily

Education and experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
• Two years of experience in a warehouse, distribution center, logistics yard, or similar environment.
• Experience operating yard trucks, terminal tractors, or maneuvering trailers, including backing into dock doors or tight spaces, preferred.
• Experience following safety procedures and conducting basic equipment inspections.
• Previous experience as a yard jockey, hostler driver, CDL driver, or forklift operator, and experience in shipping and receiving or distribution operations preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position requires the ability to perform physically demanding tasks in an agricultural setting. Employees must be able to:

• Lift, push, and pull up to 100 pounds (with assistance) on occasion;
• Climb in and out of yard trucks multiple times per shift;
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions;
• Work long hours in a fast-paced environment, which may include weekends and holidays.

Employees will be exposed to:

• All types of weather, including extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, and dust;
• Loud machinery, farm vehicles, and various equipment/tools (PPE may be required);
• Farm and industrial environment - including noise, dust, odors, manure, and varying terrain;
• A dynamic work environment with frequently changing tasks based on project demands;

A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.