Yard Driver

Position located in Freeburg, MO Position Overview Individuals in this position will be responsible for using a Quaker semi-tractor trailer to transport materials and product between Quaker docks at campuses located in Maries and Osage Counties in Missouri. Duties and Responsibilities Safe operation of combination tractor-trailer to transport material and products between Quaker campuses Determine where delivery needs to be unloaded Safely sort through multiple products that may be intermingled in a single load Utilize reports or data in the Yard Management System (YMS) Interact with YMS with company provided tablets Complete Spotting Operations: Providing empty and loaded trailer movement to and from parking lots and docks as requested in the YMS system Prompt and regular attendance at an assigned work location Interact and communicate with employees and customers in an appropriate manner. Availability on site to confer with staff members with whom the employee must interact on a regular basis Communicate via email, update reports and delivery schedules Review and analyze data and delivery information concerning Plan, prioritize and monitor short haul activities Complete assigned tasks/projects in a timely manner Supervisory Responsibility No direct management or supervisory responsibilities. Safety Observe safety and security policies and procedures, including proper use of PPE (personal protective equipment); report potentially unsafe conditions; and use equipment and materials properly. Follow job-specific safety requirements such as Safe Lift The individual must follow all safe driving laws. Travel Daily travel is required. Qualifications An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Functional in Microsoft Office software: Excel, Word, Outlook and mobile technology Valid Class A - CDL driver's license & a safe driving record In the last 5 years, no convictions of any offense involving the operation of a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs In the last 5 years, no more than 2 chargeable or preventable motor vehicle accidents In the last 2 years, no more than 3 violations of motor vehicle laws, excludes parking violations Must be able to use navigation tools Must have good knowledge of Quaker campus Driver applicants must provide written disclosures as to their accidents and convictions to verify the items listed. Written disclosures must be provided to Quaker's DOT Compliance Administrator. Preferred Education and Experience The expectation is that the individual has achieved a minimum level of education and/or related expertise to qualify for this position. High School diploma or successful GED - General Educational Development preferred 2 years verifiable driving experience, or proof of driving skills based on a Quaker-facilitated Road Test Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Physical Demands The demands and environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must be able to: regularly lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds work shifts of at least 8-10 hours for 5 days each week sit, bend, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl as necessary Vision abilities required by this job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. It is an essential job function and safety rule, applicable to every employee working in a saf…

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