Tyson Foods

Yard Driver Opr - 2ND Shift - Danville Freezer


PayCompetitive
LocationDanville/Virginia
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R0322649

      Job Details:

      This position is responsible for operating 5th wheel spotter trucks and moving 53’ trailers in and out of loading areas while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. Responsibilities also include assisting with product storage, retrieval, shipping, and housekeeping.

      Responsibilities:

      • This position is responsible for moving 53’ trailers in and out of loading docks.
      • Willingness to stand, walk, bend, stretch, climb, push, pull and reach are required.
      • This position works outside in extreme hot and/or cold environments and requires driving during inclement weather.
      • Inspects and notifies the supervisor of any mechanical issues.
      • Fuels reefer trailers and tractors for operational needs.
      • Maintains documentation of fuel dispensed.
      • Weigh loads at the scale house while empty and full.
      • Monitor, change out, and offload trailers as needed.
      • Assists the Danville Freezer team as needed.

      Requirements:

      • A minimum of one-year experience operating spotter or transfer trucks, moving 53’ trailers, or Class A CDL. Three years’ experience preferred.
      • Must have current driver license (cannot be suspended).
      • Must not have had a DUI/DWI conviction within the last 12 months.
      • Experience operating a forklift also required.
      • Must be able to communicate on two-way radios with dispatchers/management and other shipping personnel.
      • Willingness to stand, walk, bend, stretch, climb, push, pull and reach are required.
      • Must be able to read and write English to complete logs.
      • Basic math skills which include understanding weights.
      • Basic computer skills to operate computerized scale and RF Handhelds.

      Relocation Assistance Eligible:

      No



      Work Shift:


      2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

      Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

      Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

      We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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