Yard Driver - 1st and 2nd Shift at GXO Logistics Supply Chain, Inc. in Florence, Kentucky

Job Description:

Logistics at full potential.

At GXO, we're constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you'll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm

2nd Shift, Monday - Friday, 3:00pm - 11:00pm

At GXO Logistics, moving product is vital to our long-term success and we need people with the skill and dedication to take care of business. As the Yard Driver, you will be responsible for moving freight around the yard, as well as loading and unloading trailers by hand or with the use of equipment. On our team, you'll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Drive a yard jockey from dock to dock


• Pick up and deliver trailers to the specified docking area


• Perform pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections


• Load and unload freight


• Complete required paperwork and communicate clearly (verbally and in writing) with supervisors and associates

What you need to succeed at GXO:

At a minimum, you'll need:

• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record over the past 2 years


• Ability to read and write and accurately complete paperwork


• Understanding of bills of lading, manifests and freight bills

It'd be great if you also have:

• High school diploma or equivalent


• 6 months of relevant experience


• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including planned and unplanned overtime, which may include weekends


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

This job requires the ability to:

• Walk, climb, bend, stoop, squat, twist, push and pull


• Reach (including above your head)


• Work for extended periods of time on various surfaces that may be uneven or slippery


• Connect and disconnect a yard jockey


• Drive a truck and/or tractor-trailer combination with power steering


• Lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 100 lbs. occasionally; may also move up to 500 lbs. on wheeled carts

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.

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