Yard Driver Jobs in Alaska

A Yard Driver, also known as a Yard Jockey or Yard Spotter, plays an essential role in the logistics industry. Their primary responsibility is to organize and manage the transportation yard, which involves moving and parking large trucks and trailers in designated spaces, loading and unloading cargo, and ensuring that all vehicles and equipment are well-maintained and safe for use. They also communicate and coordinate with dispatchers, warehouse teams, and drivers to ensure smooth operations and timely deliveries. Additionally, Yard Drivers are responsible for conducting regular inspections, reporting any damages, and adhering to all safety regulations and protocols.

The job requires certain skills and certifications. A Yard Driver must have excellent driving skills, a keen eye for detail, problem-solving abilities, and the physical stamina to withstand long hours and harsh weather conditions. They must also have strong communication and coordination skills to work effectively with various teams. A commercial driver's license (CDL) is typically required, along with a clean driving record and experience operating heavy vehicles. Before becoming a Yard Driver, a person may have roles such as a Delivery Driver, Forklift Operator, or Warehouse Associate, which can provide the necessary experience in handling large vehicles and understanding warehouse operations.

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Warehouse Worker - Urgent Vacancies

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 1 hour ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 1 hour ago

other material handling equipment Sort, place and stock materials on racks, shelves, or in bins Monitor and maintain inventory levels post id: ... [ ]...

Warehouse Associate

  • Unalaska, AK
  • 2 hours ago
  • Unalaska, AK
  • 2 hours ago

are consistently and efficiently appliedConsolidate and/or pick orders customer placeDouble check orders accuracyReceive and check incoming productOffload trucks using equipment such as forklift or pallet...

Warehouse Associate

  • Dutch Harbor, AK
  • 1 day ago
  • Dutch Harbor, AK
  • 1 day ago

Roles and Responsibilities: Apply manual pallet jacks to load/unload trucks and transport individual drums. Offload packaged products into customer stores or warehouse....

Warehouse Worker - Now Hiring

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 2 days ago

Active, physical role that includes operating an electric pallet jack, and/or forklift Organizing and palletizing product to build customer orders Other duties as assigned....

Material Handler

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 3 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 3 days ago

Completes warehousing, Inventory Control, Receiving, Shipping, Product Identification and traceability, and proper material handling and storage tasks. 2....

Material Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 4 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 4 days ago

Assists in the buildup/breakdown of pallets containing heavyweight freight. Serves as liaison between company and ULD repair vendor, as required. Performs other duties as assigned....

Warehouse Worker - Urgent Vacancies

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 5 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 5 days ago

other material handling equipment Sort, place and stock materials on racks, shelves, or in bins Monitor and maintain inventory levels post id: ... [ ]...

Mover Packer I

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 7 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 7 days ago

Looking for a Summer Job or a Fresh Career Opportunity? We’re Hiring Mover/Packers in Fairbanks! Starting minimum pay is $20.00 per hour, includes a $3.00/hour seasonal premium available from May...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up to $21/hour - Flexible Shifts

  • Eagle River, AK
  • 7 days ago
  • Eagle River, AK
  • 7 days ago

Responsibilities Some of your duties may include Receive and prepare inventory for delivery Use technology like smartphones and handheld devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets...

Amazon Delivery Station Warehouse Associate

  • Girdwood, AK
  • 7 days ago
  • Girdwood, AK
  • 7 days ago

Responsibilities Some of your duties may include Receive and prepare inventory for delivery Use technology like smartphones and handheld devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets...

Package Sorter - Immediate Hire

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 8 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 8 days ago

Responsibilities Some of your duties may include Receive and prepare inventory for delivery Use technology like smartphones and handheld devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets...

Stock Clerk

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 8 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 8 days ago

Knowledge of common warehouse practices and warehouse tool operations, for example: forklifts, pallet jacks, etc. 10. Any other duties assigned by Materials Management....

Material Handler

  • Wasilla, AK
  • 9 days ago
  • Wasilla, AK
  • 9 days ago

What You Can Bring to the Team: Knowledge of and ability to use motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment Manual dexterity Knowledge of safety procedures while performing materials handling...

Warehouse Associate

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 12 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 12 days ago

Responsibilities Unloads trucks in the Inbound section by using a pallet jack or equivalent devices to put pallets out of the trucks....

Warehouse Clerk

  • Anchorage, AK
  • 12 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 12 days ago

With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit! We Offer Health, dental and vision insurance Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick) Holiday pay Meal and Transportation Benefits *401(k)...

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Salary for Yard Driver Jobs in Alaska

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Yard Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

Yard Drivers in Alaska offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.5%
Bachelor's Degree
17.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.6%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Yard Drivers in Alaska
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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