Job Description:
Spotter (Yard Jockey) - Kenosha, WI
Join YMX Logistics as a
Spotter and be part of the team that keeps everything moving. You'll handle all trailer moves on?site (no road routes), enjoy consistent hours and weekly pay, and head home daily with your work done. If you want a role where your effort is seen, supported, and valued, this one delivers.
What Sets YMX Apart
- Weekly Pay - Steady, reliable earnings you can count on
- Shift Differentials - Earn up to $2/hour extra depending on your shift
- CDL?A + Active Med Card Bonus - Bring both and earn an extra $1/hour (not required)
- Quarterly Bonuses - Rewards for safe work, strong attendance, and positive impact
- Consistent Schedules - Know your hours and enjoy predictable routines
- Paid Orientation & Training - We set you up for success from day one
- 93% No?Touch Freight - Focus on safe, efficient yard moves
- Growth & Advancement Opportunities - Build a long?term career with us
Safety Events & Employee Engagement Activities - Be part of a team that invests in you
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Driver Extras
- Fed Med Card Renewal Reimbursement - Up to $125, once per rolling calendar year
Safety Boot Program - Up to $125 toward approved safety boots each year
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Benefits Designed for You and Your Family
- Cost?saving health plans with tax?free reimbursements and the freedom to choose your own provider
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match - Invest in your future
- Paid Time Off (PTO) - Starts accruing on day one
Company?paid AD&D insurance and short?term disability
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Responsibilities: What You'll Actually Be Doing
- Drive Safely " Operate yard trucks with care, following all safety rules and company protocols
- Move Trailers in the Yard " Spot, reposition, and stage trailers to support smooth loading and unloading
- Inspect Equipment " Complete pre?trip and post?trip checks and report issues promptly
- Stay Connected " Communicate clearly with dispatch, warehouse teams, and fellow drivers
- Handle Simple Documentation " Complete logs and inspection reports accurately and on time
- Support Drivers & Customers " Provide courteous, professional assistance when questions arise
- Follow Regulations " Maintain compliance with all safety and transportation rules
- Solve Problems on the Fly " Address yard or equipment challenges quickly to avoid delays
- Care for Your Equipment " Refuel, check fluids, and keep your truck clean and ready
- Work as a Team " Collaborate with logistics staff to keep operations running smoothly
Show Up Strong " Reliability and punctuality are essential
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Who Thrives in This Role
- People who enjoy hands?on, active work
- Team players who communicate well and keep things moving
- Individuals who take pride in being reliable, punctual, and safety?focused
- CDL?A holders with a current med card (you'll earn extra, but it's not required)
Anyone who wants steady hours, a supportive team, and a job where their effort truly matters
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Requirements
Required
- 1 year of experience operating spotting trucks or day cab tractors
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently
- Organized, proactive, and comfortable taking initiative
Preferred (Not Required)
- 2+ years of experience operating spotting trucks or day cab tractors with a hydraulic 5th wheel
2+ years of experience coordinating logistics activities, managing documentation, or working with customers and carriers
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Physical Requirements
- Periodic sitting while operating a vehicle for extended periods
- Occasional walking to inspect equipment or locate trailers
- Frequent bending, twisting, and reaching when connecting trailers or inspecting equipment
- Regular climbing in and out of truck cabs
- Frequent verbal communication (in person, phone, or radio)
- Ability to visually observe details including depth perception and color distinction
- Occasional lifting of 5-20 pounds
- Occasional schedule flexibility to support operational needs
Environmental & Working Conditions
- Primarily outdoor work with exposure to seasonal weather
- Heat, cold, rain, snow, and ice during yard work and inspections
- Work near diesel engines during fueling of ICE equipment
- For electric vehicles, responsibility for proper charging connection
- Conditions vary day to day; safe work practices are essential
Pay Transparency
Compensation varies based on shift differentials, site/location, and eligibility for safety?based incentive pay. Final details are confirmed during the hiring process.
Disclaimers
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties and may be updated as business needs evolve. Team members must be able to perform the essential functions of the role satisfactorily.
Job Requirements:
- 1 year of experience operating spotting trucks or day cab tractors
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently
- Organized, proactive, and comfortable taking initiative
General Description of Benefits: Cost saving health plans with tax free reimbursements and the freedom to choose your own provider
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) with Company Match - Invest in your future
Paid Time Off (PTO) - Starts accruing on day one
Company paid AD&D insurance and short term disability
