Yard Driver Jobs in Arkansas

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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Material Handler Warehouse

  • Springdale, AR
  • 7 hours ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 7 hours ago

COMPETENCIES Knowledge of and ability to use motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment Manual dexterity Knowledge of safety procedures while performing materials handling tasks Ability...

Shipping Warehouse Worker

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 7 hours ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 7 hours ago

May also be responsible for operating manual/powered equipment such as forklifts, order pickers, pallet jacks, hand trucks, etc....

Warehouse Worker - Night Shift

  • Springdale, AR
  • 7 hours ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 7 hours ago

May also be responsible for operating manual/powered equipment such as forklifts, order pickers, pallet jacks, hand trucks, etc....

Forklift Operator

  • Russellville, AR
  • 8 hours ago
  • Russellville, AR
  • 8 hours ago

Transport Finished Pallets Load Trailers Select pallets of frozen finished goods (75-80 pallets per shift) from freezer according to work order, scan out of inventory, mark pallets and transport to...

General Production Associate

  • Russellville, AR
  • 8 hours ago
  • Russellville, AR
  • 8 hours ago

You will obtain pallets of ingredients from staging with a power jack using first in/first out process and transport to workstation. You will complete other tasks as assigned....

Warehouse Associate

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 8 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 8 hours ago

Career Area: Operations Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also...

Yard Jockey. Job in Fayetteville Gr8Jobs

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 17 hours ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 17 hours ago

Call Us At Job Description: Americold is a global provider of temperature-controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen product...

Warehouse Person (Loader) - 5001117390006

  • Maumelle, AR
  • 17 hours ago
  • Maumelle, AR
  • 17 hours ago

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genderidentity, national origin, protected veteran status, or...

Material Handler

  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Hot Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for assisting operators as needed Responsible for inspecting returned pallets for damage and separating if necessary. Responsible for keeping production line supplied with caps....

Warehouse Worker - Clamp Truck Operator - Full time/ 3 Day/ Weekend Shift

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

jacks and a variety of warehouse mechanical equipment (where applicable) Operate forklifts or pallet jacks to transport stored items from warehouse to plant or to pick up items from several locations...

Warehouse worker

  • Springdale, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 1 day ago

Our client, Arconic is seeking a Warehouse worker to join their team. The ideal candidate will have Teamwork, Good communication and Problem solving which will align successfully in the...

Shipping and Receiving Clerk - 1st Shift

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for the daily/weekly maintaining of pallet tracking (where applicable), audit of driver logs and trip reports, log and driver file DOT requirements tracking....

Inventory Clerk SS 1st Shift

  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Siloam Springs, AR
  • 1 day ago

Inventory Clerk SS 1st Shift Job Category: Shipping Requisition Number: INVEN038406 Posting Details Posted: April 22, 2025 Full-Time On-site Locations Showing 1 location Pet Kitchen South Siloam...

Forklift Operator VBC - Shipping & Receiving (2nd Shift)

  • Van Buren, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Van Buren, AR
  • 1 day ago

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Stores and moves product using an industrial forklift, hand lift or pallet jack....

Forklift Operator - Weekdays - TVDC - Russellville, AR - R0389047-4330

  • Russellville, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Russellville, AR
  • 1 day ago

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Salary for Yard Driver Jobs in Arkansas

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Yard Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

Yard Drivers in Arkansas offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.7%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
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 Arkansas
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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