Yard Driver Jobs in Virginia

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.

1-15 of 518 Jobs

Warehouse Order Selector - Now Hiring

  • Manassas, VA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Manassas, VA
  • 4 hours ago

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

Sayre Enterprises

Packager

Sayre Enterprises offers 2 first shift options: 4- 10 hour days, Monday - Thursday, 6AM-4:30PM OR 5- 8 hour days, Monday-Friday, 7AM-3:30PM. Job Title: Packager Department: Packaging Department...

1st Shift Full-Time Warehouse Associate

  • Petersburg, VA
  • moments ago
  • Petersburg, VA
  • moments ago

Physical Requirements: Frequently required to lift and place product weighing up to 45 pounds on pallets at various heights....

Forklift Operator (3rd Shift) Job Details Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA

  • King William, VA
  • moments ago
  • King William, VA
  • moments ago

and raw materials from inbound trailers to go to outbound trailers or on racks for put-away Perform pre and post-shift operational inspections on assigned forklift daily Inspect trailers and product pallets...

Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • moments ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • moments ago

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Come for a job and stay for a career! Federal Express Corporation (FEC) is part of the rapidly growing warehouse and transportation sector that helps keep America, and our...

Warehouse Driver/Associate

  • Petersburg, VA
  • moments ago
  • Petersburg, VA
  • moments ago

Looking for an exciting opportunity to join a fast growing company and help develop its processes? Then Tire Discounters is the right place for you! Since our founder, Chip Wood, opened the doors...

Forklift Operator

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 hour ago

Job Overview Legacy Supply Chain is hiring Forklift Operators to support our operation located in Richmond, VA. As a Forklift Operator, you will be utilizing an electric Cherry Picker/Order...

Outbound Auditor/Stand-up Forklift Operator

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 1 hour ago

product and correcting inventory Leverage technology and learn WMS systems to deliver orders through the use of: mobile scan guns, modern material handling equipment, computers, tablets and more Take...

Part Time 1st Shift Warehouse Material Handler

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 1 hour ago

Jack Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or GED Knowledge acquired through up to 12 months of work experience PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) Certification: Pallet Jack Work Environment Noisy...

Inventory Warehouse or Material Handler

  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 5 hours ago

#2. Inventory/Warehouse/Material Handler - PAY is between $10/hr-$15/hr depending on experience Duties include: help manage inventory, organize materials for jobs, and handle shipping and...

Warehouse Worker

  • Manassas, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Manassas, VA
  • 6 hours ago

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

Warehouse Clerk

  • Ashburn, VA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 13 hours ago

Warehouse ClerkJob Category: LogisticsTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: SecretEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Local* * * CACI...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Immediate Hire

  • Ashland, VA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Ashland, VA
  • 13 hours ago

Amazon Sortation Center Warehouse Associate Job Overview Our roles take place in a sortation center, where you will be sorting, scanning, and stacking packages on pallets, helping to get customer orders...

Order Picker

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 14 hours 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...

Warehouse Selector

  • Shawsville, VA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Shawsville, VA
  • 14 hours 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...

Demographic Data for Virginia

Moving to Virginia? Find some basic demographic data about Virginia below.


Local
National
8,631,637
205,142

Yard Driver Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireLogistics curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
English for UBER Drivers and Taxi Drivers
What do you say when a passenger approaches? Do you already have a made-up sentence or improvise? Would you know how to start a conversation about the weather forecast during the race?Being a taxi...
Food Safety for Drivers
To be a safe and responsible food delivery driver boils its important to understand how to follow the rules of temperature control, avoid cross-contamination, and practice good personal hygiene....
Idaho Driver Safety
The Idaho Transportation Department approves online Defensive Driving Courses (also know as Accident Prevention Courses or Traffic School) that can remove three points from a driver's record...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Yard Driver Jobs in Virginia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLogistics research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Yard Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

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


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Yard Driver Related Career Advice Articles

There are many options when choosing your logistics career path.
Everything You Need to Know to Begin Your Logistics Career Path

Considering a career in logistics? Find out how to find logistics jobs you’ll love and get your logistics career path started on the right foot.

Read article »