Yard Driver Jobs in Taunton, MA

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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Forklift Operator/Order Picker

  • Ajulia Executive Search
  • South Easton, MA (8 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • South Easton, MA (8 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 14 days ago

Are you looking to make a career change to a rapidly growing, stable, innovating company? This exciting Forklift Operator/Order Picker offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits...

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Warehouse Material Handler

  • Graybar
  • Taunton, MA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Taunton, MA
  • 1 hour ago

In this role you will: Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts and push carts Receive and store incoming material in accordance with warehouse management system process Select, pack...

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Warehouse Worker

  • Home Market Foods, Inc.
  • Norton, MA (4 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Norton, MA (4 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

Warehouse Worker Norton, MA Starting Pay: $23/hr. based on experience and qualifications. We are seeking a High-Reach Forklift Operator / Warehouse Worker to join our team! The Forklift Operator /...

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Material Handler

  • Westaff
  • Mansfield, MA (9 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Mansfield, MA (9 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

Westaff is looking for a Material Handler/Forklift Operator in Mansfield, MA for Immediate Start! Pay Rate: $22/hr Shift: 1st Shift 8:00am-5:00pm Monday-Friday Location: Mansfield MA Job Duties:...

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Warehouse Specialist

  • Spherion
  • Franklin, MA (19 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Franklin, MA (19 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 3 hours ago

Experience using RF scanners, barcode systems, or inventory tracking software. Familiarity with ERP or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)....

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Warehouse Associate

  • Daikin Industries
  • Randolph, MA (18 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Randolph, MA (18 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for off-loading, put-away, picking and staging of equipment and parts while providing professional quality customer service to all internal and external...

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Warehouse Order Selector - Overnight Shift

  • Craft Massachusetts
  • Quincy, MA (23 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Quincy, MA (23 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 9 hours ago

jacks and forklifts (if certified) Report any inventory discrepancies, damaged products, or safety hazards to the Warehouse Supervisor Follow all company policies, safety procedures, and regulatory...

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Forklift Driver

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Sharon, MA (14 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Sharon, MA (14 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 13 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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Materials Associate, Warehouse

  • ANDURIL INDUSTRIES
  • Quincy, MA (23 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Quincy, MA (23 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

jacks, and other machinery to move items, or signal machine operators to move materials onto and off trucks and loading docks Courier inventory as needed between Anduril' s sites in Quincy, MA and...

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Warehouse Order Selector

  • IMPERIAL DADE
  • Franklin, MA (19 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Franklin, MA (19 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

The Order Selector fulfills customer orders by using pick tickets or an RF Scanner, efficiently building the pallet, and ensuring skids are brought to the correct locations/trucks....

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Warehouse Associate

  • Manpower
  • Mansfield, MA (9 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Mansfield, MA (9 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

Shipping/Loading: Load pallets onto 26-foot box trucks using electric pallet jacks....

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Warehouse Associate

  • Mondelez International
  • North Smithfield, RI (22 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Smithfield, RI (22 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Preferably, have experience with forklifts and/or pallet jacks. Possess or able to obtain relevant licenses to operate equipment. Willingness to take on other related duties as assigned....

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Packing Warehouse worker $19 per hour

  • Plymouth, MA (24 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plymouth, MA (24 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Conduct case and box building, palletizing, labelling, and preparing finished goods for shipping....

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Materials Handler $19 per Hour

  • Warwick, RI (22 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Warwick, RI (22 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Ensures all items are placed on the correct pallets, destined for the right customers, and shipped without damage....

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Warehouse Order Selector - Now Hiring

  • Sysco
  • Quincy, MA (23 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Quincy, MA (23 miles from Taunton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Properly operate an electric pallet jack (2-pallet length) to proceed to correct slot location, and transport product to dock area for staging. Handle products with the necessary care....

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Salary for Yard Driver Jobs in Taunton, MA

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Highest Education Level

Yard Drivers in Taunton, MA 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 Taunton, MA
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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