Yard Driver Jobs in Parsippany, NJ

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 Order Selector - Now Hiring

  • VISTAR
  • Budd Lake, NJ (18 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Budd Lake, NJ (18 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Place pallets on pallet jack and operate along assigned multi-level racks and locate products according to order sheets....

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Freight Handler- Part Time

  • Forward Air
  • Linden, NJ (17 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Linden, NJ (17 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 1 day 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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CDL A Yard Jockey

  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Perth Amboy, NJ (23 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ (23 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

directed by Router or Warehouse Supervisor Load, unload, or merge loads between environments Stage shuttle trailers nightly for shuttle drivers Set up trailers for backhaul with tractor and empty pallets...

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Full-Time Lumberyard Forklift Operator

  • 84 Lumber Company
  • Rockaway, NJ (8 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Rockaway, NJ (8 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Overview Do you enjoy working with your hands, and breaking the boundaries of the traditional office job? Are you interested in a career with a family-owned company that is founded on growth,...

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Material Handler Forklift

  • WestRock
  • Plainfield, NJ (16 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Plainfield, NJ (16 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

The position involves lifting up to 50 pounds and operating material handling equipment in a warehouse environment....

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U-Box Warehouse Worker

  • U-Haul
  • Hillside, NJ (14 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Hillside, NJ (14 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Location: 225 Long Ave, Hillside, New Jersey 07205 United States of America U-Haul is looking for friendly, energetic and motivated individuals who enjoy interacting with customers and take pride...

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Forklift Driver

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Hackensack, NJ (18 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (18 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 10 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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Shipping & Receiving Clerk

  • Kuehne & Nagel Logistics, Inc.
  • Jersey City, NJ (19 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (19 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Maintain proper dock security and oversee pallet control and exchange activities. Collect, organize, and route all documentation related to inbound and outbound freight....

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Dockworker Part- Time no CDL, TForce Freight - $21/Hr

  • T-Force
  • Carteret, NJ (20 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Carteret, NJ (20 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

TForce Freight provides transportation and logistics services for various types of shipments, including palletized and heavy LTL loads....

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Material Handler (New England)

  • Caesar Stone Usa Inc
  • Fairfield, NJ (5 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (5 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 10 hours ago

Description The Material Handler is responsible for routine warehouse product organization and material handling in regards to product, shipping, receiving and delivery duties....

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Retail Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • IKEA
  • Paramus, NJ (18 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Paramus, NJ (18 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

. • Certifying all powered mobile equipment including forklifts and pallet jacks. • Handling goods (unloading, transporting, replenishing, stocking in, stocking out, picking, loading). • Operating scanner...

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Forklift Operator

  • FSS Staffing
  • Budd Lake, NJ (18 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Budd Lake, NJ (18 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Now hiring a Forklift Operator in Budd Lake, NJ - Apply now! Job Title: Forklift Operator Pay Rate: $17/hr. Shift: 1ST (AM shift, 8: 00 AM - 5: 00 PM) Benefits: Medical, Dental, AD&D Position...

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Warehouse Order Picker

  • Elmwood Park, NJ (15 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Elmwood Park, NJ (15 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

Superior Distributors Elmwood Park parts distributors has immediate full time opening for order pickers and general warehouse persons. The company offers good starting salary and benefits which...

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Sr. Specialist, Warehouse & Logistics Transportation Coordinator (Rahway, NJ)

  • Merck Company
  • Rahway, NJ (18 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Rahway, NJ (18 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Description The Warehouse Logistics Coordinator is responsible for managing the flow of goods in and out of the warehouse, coordinating shipments, maintaining inventory accuracy, and...

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Warehouse Associate (Pallet Jack/Forklift EXP)

  • Integrity Staffing Solutions
  • Newark, NJ (14 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (14 miles from Parsippany, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

Candidates must be comfortable operating a forklift/pallet jack, using an RF scanner, and working in a fast-paced warehouse environment while maintaining professional communication and reliability....

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Salary for Yard Driver Jobs in Parsippany, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Yard Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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