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PLA Family of Companies —Montgomery, IL
- $24 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Yard Driver – No CDL Required 1st Shift

PLA Family of Companies -
Montgomery, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$24 - $27 an hour

Benefits

Health savings account
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Life insurance
Prescription drug insurance
Pet insurance

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Job description

The Yard Driver (also known as a Yard Jockey or Trailer Spotter) is responsible for safely operating company-owned or leased yard trucks to move trailers and materials around the warehouse yard. This role plays a key part in keeping trailer flow efficient, organized, and safe. The Yard Jockey also supports dock operations and may assist with forklift driving or sorting when needed.

Work Schedule:

1st Shift: 6:00 am to 3:30 pm (Monday thru Friday)

Pay Rate:

Range: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour
Starting Pay: $24.00 per hour
Guaranteed Progression: 50-cent per hour increases at 90 days, 1 year, and annually thereafter for a total of 5 years, reaching the maximum rate at 5 years in this role.

Here's What We Offer:

Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings before payday.
Weekly Pay – Get paid on time, every week.
PTO (Paid Time Off).
Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – 3 medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield with low weekly premiums starting at $28.75.
Health Savings Account (HSA) – Company contribution up to $750 annually with tax-advantaged savings.
401(k) retirement plan featuring up to a 4% employer match, eligibility the first of the month after 90 days, and access to a Financial Wellness Consultant.
Flexible Benefits – Multiple plan options to fit your needs and budget.
Prescription Drug Coverage – Low copays starting at $10 for generic medications.
FREE Life Insurance & AD&D – Basic coverage provided at no cost upon employment.
Vision Benefits – $10 eye exams and $150 frame allowance through Superior Vision by MetLife starting at $1.46 per week.
Dental Coverage – 100% preventive care coverage with MetLife plans starting at $5.76 per week.
Voluntary Short-Term Disability (STD) – Income replacement up to 60% of weekly covered earnings for a non-work-related injury or illness.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free and confidential support for work stress, grief, legal/financial issues, and more.
Additional Voluntary Benefits – MetLife Legal and Identity Theft Services and Pet Insurance with ASPCA.
LifeMart employee discounts (through ADP) on everyday stuff and larger purchases.
Dell Employee Purchase Program (EPP) discounts available for personal use.

What We're Looking For:

High School Diploma or GED (required).
1+ year of driving or yard experience (preferred).
Valid driver’s license (required).
Ability to read and speak English well enough to follow safety procedures and job instructions.
Comfortable performing manual labor in outdoor environments.
A strong commitment to safety and efficiency in a logistics setting.

What You'll Be Doing:

Operate yard truck (hostler) to move trailers within the facility safely and efficiently.
Function as a yard jockey or trailer spotter, ensuring trailers are positioned at the correct dock doors for loading/unloading.
Perform routine trailer checks and actively maintain yard organization.
Inspect and maintain yard truck condition (fuel, tires, oil, lights, etc.) and report mechanical issues promptly to the Supervisor.
Record trailer moves accurately on the trailer movement log.
Verify contents of trailer loads against shipping papers.
Communicate effectively with dock supervisors to coordinate trailer moves and maintain flow efficiency.
Ensure all trailers are properly chocked and doors secured before movement.
Assist in forklift or general warehouse duties (such as sorting, stacking, or manual material handling) during downtime or as needed to support overall operations.
Maintain safe working conditions and consistently follow all safety protocols

Physical Requirements:

This position requires constant standing, walking, bending, and stooping.
You must be able to safely operate heavy equipment (yard truck).
Capable of performing physically demanding tasks in an outdoor environment, including connecting/disconnecting trailers and securing trailer doors.
Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds repeatedly throughout the workday, especially when assisting with general warehouse tasks.

Work Environment:

This role requires working primarily in a non-climate-controlled outdoor yard and warehouse environment.
You may be exposed to dust, loud noise, and fluctuating temperatures (hot and cold).
Hazards in the yard and dock areas require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)

PLA and its Family of Companies is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request by contacting [email protected]. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.

1st Shift: 6:00 am to 3:30 pm (Monday thru Friday)

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