Yard Driver Jobs in Rincon, GA

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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Cargo Handler

  • Forward Air
  • Pooler, GA (14 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Pooler, GA (14 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 15 days ago

jack and forklifts Must be able to obtain certification and safely operate forklift and other machinery as required Verify documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards are achieved...

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Yard Truck Driver - Class A - Penske Logistics

  • Penske Truck Leasing
  • Rincon, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rincon, GA
  • 45+ days ago

Immediate Opportunities: Full-time Class A Yard Drivers Earn $25.50 per hour Overtime after 40 hours 75 percent yard driver and 25 percent warehouse Job responsibilities include a mixture of yard driving...

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Material Handler

  • PPG
  • Pooler, GA (14 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Pooler, GA (14 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 2 hours ago

You will pull orders from the warehouse, label and wrap the orders to be sent to the customer facility in Savannah, GA....

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Warehouse Worker Forklift Driver

  • Pooler, GA (14 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Pooler, GA (14 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 4 hours ago

All around warehouse worker. Must be able to drive a forklift. You will be tested for employment. Monday-Friday First Shift $17-$19 an hour plus OT. Also must be computer literate, and...

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Sit-Down Box Clamp Forklift Operators

  • Port Wentworth, GA (7 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Port Wentworth, GA (7 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 12 hours ago

handling equipment  including Sit-down Box Clamp Forklift  to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise....

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Forklift Driver

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Pooler, GA (14 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Pooler, GA (14 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 15 hours ago

Hand-stacks product from partial pallets onto full pallets of product. For additional information about pay ranges, click here....

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Material Handler- Forklift and Tugger operators

  • Ellabell, GA (18 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Ellabell, GA (18 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 18 hours ago

Shifts: 1 st shift training: 6:00am to 2:30pm On July 13 th they ll start a staggered shift 11a~7:30p On August 31 st they ll go to a 2:30p~11p shift (at this time they ll receive Shift...

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Standup Forklift Operators

  • Savannah, GA (16 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Savannah, GA (16 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities Operate stand-up forklifts efficiently for product retrieval and staging Use RF scanners and WMS to ensure order accuracy Prepare pallets for outbound shipping with wrapping, labeling...

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Sitdown Forklift Operators

  • Savannah, GA (16 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Savannah, GA (16 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Help with pallet wrapping, freight securement, and general warehouse support. Key Requirements Experience or ability to operate sit-down forklifts....

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Order Picker / Cherry Picker Operator

  • Pooler, GA (14 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pooler, GA (14 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago

pickers and forklifts to pick, stage, and load outbound shipments Handle products such as paddle boards, clothing, water cups, BOTE brand items, and incoming Arbor products Stack boxes and pallets...

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Parts Runner / Warehouse Assistant

  • Guardian Fueling Technologies
  • Savannah, GA (16 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Savannah, GA (16 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago

This position is physically based at 411-C Telfair Road, Savannah, GA 31415 Candidates should be local to or willing to commute to this location. Summary/Objective: This person will work as branch...

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Beer Order Picker – EPJ expereince needed

  • Savannah, GA (16 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Savannah, GA (16 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Jacks High school diploma, GED, or vocational school equivalent required Forklift or pallet jack experience is a plus Strong attention to detail and accuracy Skills and Abilities:...

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Retail Warehouse Specialist

  • W.S. Badcock Corporation
  • Savannah, GA (16 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Savannah, GA (16 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Responsible to perform a variety of specific duties, both within the store and assigned store locations, under the supervision of the Store Manager. General duties include: unloading of...

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Forklift Operator

  • 48forty Solutions
  • Savannah, GA (16 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Savannah, GA (16 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview As a Forklift Operator, you'll get to load and unload trailer with wooden pallets and move pallets inside our plants to keep manufacturing production moving efficiently!...

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Warehouse Associate

  • Maersk (a.k.a A P Moller)
  • Savannah, GA (16 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Savannah, GA (16 miles from Rincon, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Skills: Experience operating warehouse equipment such as cherry pickers, pallet jacks, and RF scanners. Strong attention to detail to accurately pick and pack orders....

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Salary for Yard Driver Jobs in Rincon, GA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Yard Drivers in Rincon, GA offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.2%
Bachelor's Degree
17.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Master's Degree
4.0%
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 Rincon, GA
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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