Yard Driver Jobs in Mebane, 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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Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Mebane, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Mebane, NC
  • 1 hour ago

Duties include locating and moving products on pallets or creating pallets for storage or shipment....

Warehouse Associate

  • Mebane, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Mebane, NC
  • 1 day ago

Our client, a specialized global manufacturing company, is seeking a Warehouse Associate to join their team. As a Warehouse Associate, you will be part of the production team supporting the...

Warehouse Operator II

  • Whitsett, NC (20 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Whitsett, NC (20 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 1 day ago

General Information Req # WD00079553 Career area: Supply Chain Country/Region: United States of America State: North Carolina City: Whitsett Date: Monday, March 10, 2025 Working time: Full-time...

Warehouse Loader Unloader - Now Hiring

  • Mebane, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Mebane, NC
  • 1 day ago

We're looking for reliable warehouse loaders/unloaders to join our team. In this role, you will load and unload freight, ensuring everything's in the right place and ready to go. If you value...

Stockroom Worker

  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Classification: Non-Exempt We are Alsco Uniforms. We’ve been working hard for our customers since 1889 when we invented the uniform and linen rental industry. Alsco Uniforms has grown into a...

Part Time 3rd Shift Grocery Stock Clerk

  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 5 days 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...

Material Handler onsite in Durham, NC- Overnight 3rd Shift- Life Sciences/ Pharmaceutical

  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 5 days ago

This includes processing, scanning, and shelving parts, pulling orders, and entering data into the inventory control systems. Maintain clean and safe working environments. Sweep and mop floors....

Material Handler

  • Mebane, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Mebane, NC
  • 5 days ago

Schedule: Monday & Wednesday: 5:30 AM - 1:00 PM Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 4:30 AM - 2:00 PM Pay: $18/hr Responsibilities: Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move heavy items Track production, inventory...

Warehouse Associate

  • Hillsborough, NC (12 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hillsborough, NC (12 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Operate material handling equipment; including pallet jack, forklift, etc. Troubleshoot issues with packing equipment, label machines, tapers, palletizers, etc....

Warehouse Associate

  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 5 days ago

We are hiring Warehouse Associate / Package Handler for our Durham, NC facility. Applying is quick and easy - talk to a recruiter today and you could start within the week! Address: 3500 Tricenter...

Warehouse Associate I

  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and...

Warehouse Associate II

  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 6 days ago

handling equipment....

Warehouse Material Handler

  • Browns Summit, NC (23 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Browns Summit, NC (23 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Adecco US, Inc. Warehouse Material Handler in Browns Summit , North Carolina Adecco is hiring immediately for Warehouse Material Handler Jobs in Brown Summit, NC. While working as a Warehouse...

FT Inbound Freight Handler

  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Such equipment may include forklifts with appropriate hardware, hand trucks, drum trucks, pallet jacks, rollers, and any other available equipment to move, load, arrange, rearrange, and unload freight...

Night Warehouse Picker & Packer

  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Durham, NC (22 miles from Mebane, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Our client is seeking a Night Warehouse Picker & Packer to join their team. As a Picker and Packer, the ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and...

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Salary for Yard Driver Jobs in Mebane, NC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Yard Driver positions.



Highest Education Level

Yard Drivers in Mebane, NC offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.8%
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 Mebane, NC
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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