Yard Specialist
- Hamilton, ON, Canada
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Job details
- Experience
- 1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
https://amazonrecruits.force.com/s/
Basic qualifications
Valid and active driver's license
Are 18 years of age or older
High school or equivalent
1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience
Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
Can lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
Work 40 hours/week, and overtime as required
Authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship.
Preferred qualifications
2+ years commercial driving experience in a vehicle of similar size, weight, and controls as a terminal tractor and proficiency in backing trailers into dock doors and parking slips.
A valid Commercial driving license (AZ or Class1).
Strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with diverse audiences.
Ability to follow and enforce safety measures and policies to all who enter the yard, including vendors and senior team members.
Willingness to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
A commitment to build strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues and outside vendors.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The starting pay for this position is listed below. Amazon is a total compensation company, additional earnings may include shift differentials and overtime pay where applicable. Final pay rate will be based on factors including shift selection, location, and experience. In addition, Amazon offers basic life & AD&D insurance, paid time off, and other resources to improve health and well-being. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those interviewed will be advised as to hiring status.
CAN, ON, Hamilton - 29.70 - 29.70 CAD hourly Basic Qualifications: -1+ years of Microsoft Office products and applications experience-Valid and active driver's license
-High school or equivalent
-Work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays
-Can lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach
-Work 40 hours/week, and overtime as required
-Are 18 years of age or older Preferred Qualifications: - Commercial Driver's License (AZ or Class 1)
- 2+ years commercial driving experience in a vehicle of similar size, weight, and controls as a terminal tractor and proficiency in backing trailers into dock doors and parking slips.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with diverse audiences.
- Ability to follow and enforce safety measures and policies to all who enter the yard, including vendors and senior team members.
- Willingness to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
- A commitment to build strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues and outside vendors.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The starting pay for this position is listed below. Amazon is a total compensation company, additional earnings may include shift differentials and overtime pay where applicable. Final pay rate will be based on factors including shift selection, location, and experience. In addition, Amazon offers basic life & AD&D insurance, paid time off, and other resources to improve health and well-being. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those interviewed will be advised as to hiring status.
CAN, ON, Hamilton - 29.70 - 29.70 CAD hourly
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Yard Specialist is responsible for operating terminal tractors to move trailers into dock doors and parking slips while maintaining yard safety. They must also enforce safety policies for all personnel and vendors entering the yard area.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a valid driver's license, be at least 18 years old, and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Preferred applicants will have a commercial driver's license (AZ or Class 1) and at least two years of relevant commercial driving experience.
Skills
- Commercial driving
- Terminal tractor operation
- Backing trailers
- Analytical thinking
- Problem solving
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Safety enforcement
- Microsoft Office
Benefits
- Basic life insurance
- AD&D insurance
- Paid time off
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Manufacturing
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Yard Specialist
- Terminal tractor
- Commercial driving
- AZ license
- Class 1 license
- Trailer backing
- Dock doors
- Safety compliance
- Microsoft Office
- Logistics
- Transportation
- Warehouse operations
- Inventory management
- Vendor relations
- Shift work
- Overtime