Yard Driver Jobs in Burrillville, RI

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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Night Warehouse Worker

  • Oneco, CT (22 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Oneco, CT (22 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 3 days ago

up to clear aisles of debris, stacks empty pallets from slots in aisle and return pallet jacks to charging area Physical Requirements Comfortable working in a multi-temperature environment ranging...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Attleboro, MA (18 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Attleboro, MA (18 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 6 hours ago

16-Apr-2025 Retail Warehouse Associate Part time Occasional-Seasonal (Seasonal) Job Description As a Retail Warehouse Associate, you'll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our...

2nd Shift Forklift Operator

  • Northborough, MA (24 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Northborough, MA (24 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 6 hours ago

Edgestone Staffing is looking for a 2nd shift forklift operator for one of our Northborough, MA. clients. This client is a distributor of kitchen and bathroom products. Schedule: Monday - Friday;...

Shag Driver/Yard Jockey - Local Driver

  • Plainfield, CT (23 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Plainfield, CT (23 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 7 hours ago

SHAG DRIVER/YARD JOCKEY - LOCAL DRIVER TMC Transportation Plainfield, CT (Onsite) Full-Time Job Details TMC has a job opening for shag drivers on our dedicated customer's yard in Bloomfield, CT!...

Warehouse Worker $20-$22

  • Mansfield, MA (22 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Mansfield, MA (22 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 10 hours ago

Clopay Corporation is North America's largest residential garage door manufacturer. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service as well as unsurpassed quality and innovative...

Overnight Stock Clerk Full Time

  • Northborough, MA (24 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Northborough, MA (24 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 23 hours ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

1st Shift Distribution Material Handler

  • Worcester, MA (21 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Worcester, MA (21 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Essential Job Duties: Accurately loads and unloads trailers of palletized and non-palletized product and POS material. Utilizes manual and power material handling equipment....

Amazon Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate

  • Woodstock, CT (18 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodstock, CT (18 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 1 day ago

on products View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks Troubleshoot problems Ensure product meets quality requirements Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet...

Forklift Operator

  • Westborough, MA (20 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westborough, MA (20 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 1 day ago

48forty Solutions is the largest pallet management services company in North America!...

Warehouse Order Selector

  • Dayville, CT (13 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dayville, CT (13 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 1 day ago

jack/pushcart in a safe and efficient manner Builds a stable and well cubed pallet Parks and recharges pallet jack in its appropriate spot at the end of your shift Perform other tasks as needed....

Material Handler

  • Mansfield, MA (22 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mansfield, MA (22 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 1 day ago

assigning production areas when not moving materials Ensure the product and or materials meet quality expectations Notify supervisor of improvement opportunities Support area needs to remove empty pallets...

Driver / Warehouse

  • Providence, RI (15 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Providence, RI (15 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Delivery Driver making local delivery 8-14 stops per day. Clean driving record, must be able to obtain a DOT medical card. Start times are 5am To whenever route complete 4-5 day work 9-12 hour...

Warehouse Associate

  • Westborough, MA (20 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westborough, MA (20 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 2 days ago

A Day in The Life of a Warehouse Associate As a Warehouse Associate you will be responsible for performing warehouse tasks including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, wire cutting, light assembly...

Warehouse Material Handler - 2nd Shift

  • Plainfield, CT (23 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Plainfield, CT (23 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 2 days ago

You will be operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, cherry pickers, turrets, or electric pallet jacks to move product within the warehouse while adhering to safety procedures....

Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift, $18.25/hour

  • Putnam, CT (12 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Putnam, CT (12 miles from Burrillville, RI)
  • 2 days ago

2:30pm-10:45pm/Monday-Friday Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together. Join our Staples World Class Supply Chain Team and deliver essential products to our customers. What...

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Salary for Yard Driver Jobs in Burrillville, RI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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