What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Truck Driver - Nights position at Lowes?
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What You Will Do
The Yard Driver Team Member is primarily responsible for the timely and efficient movement of trailers upon request of appliance, shipping, receiving, and visitor center following all rules concerning pulling, placement and securing of trailers. Drivers will cross train receiving, putting away, picking and shipping product within a distribution center and support the visitor center personnel. This role is responsible for maintaining quality by properly and safely handling the product, using customer focused distribution. The activities performed by this role are instrumental in a facility achieving or exceeding key performance indicator metrics.
What We're Looking For
Required to work a set schedule that may be changed/modified by management based on the needs of the facility.
Requires availability to work morning, afternoon, nights, or weekends depending upon assigned shift and overtime based on the needs of the facility.
Must work in a distribution/warehouse environment with the physical and environmental aspects typically associated with such environment.
Ability, with training, to safely operate yard tractor and maneuvering trailers ranging in size from 28’ to 53’
Minimally must be able to lift 40 pounds; ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
What You Need to Succeed
Minimum Qualifications
- Strong safety orientation and proven record of complying with safety requirements
- Demonstrated track record of consistent and reliable on-the-job contribution
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision or with a team
Preferred Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Experience in distribution center operations or previous warehouse experience
Experience operating power equipment (e.g., forklift, reach truck, yard truck, scrubbing sweeper)
Experience performing detail-oriented tasks in a fast-paced working environment
Experience using spatial reasoning to position product effectively
Basic math and reading comprehension skills
Basic computer skills
Bilingual, Military, and Veteran applicants are encouraged to apply.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, email HRServiceCenter@lowes.com
Lowe’s is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.
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Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
