Yard Driver Jobs in Louisiana

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 Associate

  • Geismar, LA
  • moments ago
  • Geismar, LA
  • moments ago

You will Load and unload trucks and move boxes/material in a safe manner using a forklift, pallet jack, handcart, or other device (no experience required - we provide training) Count, check and record...

Shipping & Receiving Clerk - Temporary

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • moments ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • moments ago

Band and palletize/box items accordingly for shipment. Load all shipping items on freight or dedicated trucks. Inventory cycle counts. Tag and stage NCR items....

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up To $19.10

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 13 hours ago

on products View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks Troubleshoot problems Ensure product meets quality requirements Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet...

Package Handler (Warehouse like)

  • Carencro, LA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Carencro, LA
  • 19 hours ago

Package Handler (Warehouse like) Federal Express Corporation $17.20-$17.70 dental insurance, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement United States, Louisiana, Carencro 3600 Northeast...

Warehouse Material Handler

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 20 hours ago

Join CPKC, North America's first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth,...

Warehouse Associate

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 23 hours ago

As a Warehouse Associate at QXO, you'll be at the heart of our operations-handling materials, managing inventory, and keeping our yard and warehouse running smoothly. What you'll do: Operate...

Warehouse Attendant

  • Port Allen, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Port Allen, LA
  • 1 day ago

to equipment May be required to operate industrial forklifts, electric and manual pallet jacks May be required to maintain organization of warehouse based on WMS picking/put away strategies May be...

Fresh Nights Utility Yard Driver - Shipping

  • Farmerville, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Farmerville, LA
  • 1 day ago

Foster Farms has been serving families since 1939. Since the founding days, Foster Farms has always been committed to providing consumers with the highest-quality, best-tasting poultry products...

Forklift Operator

  • Opelousas, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 1 day ago

You may also sort pallets by hand and repair damaged wooden pallets by hand in some locations. This role is vital to the success of our Relogistics site! Hourly Pay: $17.00/hr....

This position is responsible for moving materials and products safely and efficiently using stand-up forklifts and other material-handling equipment....

FT Forklift Operator

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $21.79 hr Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment PTO available after the first 90 calendar...

Warehouse Associate - Night

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 1 day ago

Required to safely operate material handling equipment (MHE) to include forklifts, order pickers, pallet jacks, reach trucks, slip sheet attachment, and/or clamper truck or attachment....

Store Stock Associate

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago

Must be able to move engine blocks and other heavy equipment with moving aids designed to move such items, including hand trucks, dollies, motorized carts, pallet jacks, etc....

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago

As a Retail Warehouse Associate, youll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our sales floor stocked and preparing online orders to be shipped to customers homes. This includes...

Warehouse Worker

  • Saint Rose, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Rose, LA
  • 1 day ago

At Amarr, part of ASSA ABLOY - the global leader in opening solutions, we strive to be the best. And to be the best, we have to provide the best quality, the best service, and employ the best...

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Salary for Yard Driver Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Yard Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

Yard Drivers in Louisiana offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
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 Louisiana
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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