Yard Driver Jobs in Mooresville, NC

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 Selector

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Experience selecting large-scale orders in a warehouse or distribution center environment preferred Experience operating motorized pallet jack or similar equipment preferred Physical Requirements Comfortable...

Grocery Inventory clerk

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 1 hour ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Lead Warehouse Material Handler

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 3 hours ago

In this role you will: Support the Warehouse Manager by directing the work in an assigned area Operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts and push carts Receive and store incoming material...

Lead Warehouse Specialist

  • Concord, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Concord, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 3 hours ago

Organization Overview: The Warehouse Specialist will join the WH operations team and support system level detailed design, creation of standard operating processes, material handling and automated storage...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 3 hours ago

Safely palletize, stage, and manage inventory by performing up-stocking and down-stocking tasks utilizing a forklift or cherry picker....

Freight Handler Part-Time

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 3 hours ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck....

1st Shift Seasonal General Warehouse Worker

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 3 hours ago

As a General Warehouse Worker, you'll help us get the latest tech to our customers across the country. You'll work as part of a team to move products to their designated locations within the...

Dockworker Part Time No CDL - TForce Freight

  • Conover, NC (24 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Conover, NC (24 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 3 hours ago

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

SAP Warehouse Clerk 1 Month Temp

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 10 hours ago

We are currently seeking Warehouse Associates with SAP/ERP experience for a short-term 1-2 month assignment at a logistics center in Pineville, NC. This is a great opportunity for individuals with...

Forklift Operator

  • Belmont, NC (24 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Belmont, NC (24 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 16 hours ago

Loading, unloading, picking, packing or moving goods in a warehouse environment; forklift / cherry picker experience preferred....

Warehouse Material Handler 2nd Shift

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 16 hours ago

DIVISION : U.S. AutoForce POSITION SUMMARY U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., brings together more than 100 years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of tires,...

Forklift Operator, Let Down - Sysco Charlotte (R198538)

  • Concord, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Concord, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 20 hours ago

Unloads/loads pallets of products using pallet jacks and forklifts. Stores and removes pallets of products from rack locations. Puts product in overflow locations....

Material Handler

  • Concord, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Concord, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 20 hours ago

Position Responsibilities: Loads, unloads, and moves products off 53 foot trailers for operations, which contributes to the safe and efficient production of products that meet the required...

Part Time Daytime Grocery Stock Clerk

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 20 hours ago

Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs and exceeding their expectations. This requires a defined level of product knowledge, food...

Warehouse Clerk

  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC (21 miles from Mooresville, NC)
  • 1 day ago

The position is responsible for a wide variety of inventory related activities to ensure the accountability and overall flow of inventory into and out of the warehouse facility; Track product...

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Salary for Yard Driver Jobs in Mooresville, NC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Yard Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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