Yard Coordinator

LIVING OUR VALUES

All associates are guided by Our Values. Our Values are the unifying foundation of our companies. We strive to ensure that every decision we make and every action we take demonstrates Our Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates lasting benefits for all of our associates, shareholders, and the communities in which we live.

JOB SUMMARY

The Yard Coordinator is responsible for providing front line leadership in the daily yard functions related to safety and quality. The Yard Coordinator will also perform dispatch, load adjustments possible load build duties utilizing the Transportation Management System, and provide backup support in the absence of the Terminal Supervisor. Compliance, accountability, and leadership will be the key focus for the Yard Coordinator to ensure all policies and procedures are being followed by our driving associates and third party carriers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Support all organizational and customer commitments to achieving their mission, vision and goals. It is important for the yard coordinator to understand the network logistics and business acumen of their terminal in order to effectively communicate information appropriately to drivers, shop, and external customers.
• Confirm compliance of legal and company policies, as well as load, driver, and equipment guidelines
• Ensure consistent enforcement of DOT and OSHA laws and policies at all times by all associates.
• Complete random fleet evaluations and immediately take non-compliant equipment out of service. In addition, communicate all related concerns (or issues) to driver manager.
• Ensure the loading yard is safe for all associates. Keeping it clean and clear.
• During weather events deemed unsafe through guidance of the Safety department pause or shut down loading areas.
• Ensure all drivers are working in a safe manner. Immediately stop and address any unsafe activities or unsafe equipment issues.
• Address any found equipment defects with the driver associates and involve the USAL Shops and/or drivers supervisor.
• Respond appropriately and within a timely manner in the event of an injury, equipment failure, and/or safety related incident.
• Follow guidelines, procedures, and document findings with USAL Quality and/or the driver's supervisor for damages found or caused by associates.
• Adjust driver loads in transportation management system in the event of a found defect or driver caused damage. Rebuild the load and dispatch the driver.
• At the direction of management, dispatch and coordinate drivers as needed in accordance with network logistics objectives.
• Administer and provide feedback on the completion of road tests as part of the new hire interview process.
• Maintain professional appearance in compliance with company uniform guidelines.
• Fosters relationships with internal and external customers to support business continuity and growth through professional behavior and exhibiting C.O.R.E values at all times.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of the company and business partners.
• Must be able to travel and work at other USAL locations outside of your home terminal, if needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Responsibly receive, transmit, and handle consumer and customer data per applicable policies and procedures.
• Review and follow data privacy practices, policies, and guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required plus one (1) year of previous car hauling experience at USAL.
• Actively utilized valid Class-A CDL within the past 2 years.
• Minimum of six months of certified driver trainer and/or lead driver experience with USAL, preferred.
• Clear motor vehicle record and pre-employment screening program report (PSP).
• Possess safe driving record for last three years.
• Demonstrated Class "A" commercial driver's skills for large trucks and trailers; Demonstrate pertinent knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations; i.e. HOS, Pre trip, in transit and post trip inspections.
• Proficient in the English language.
• Proficient use of technology to communicate i.e. smart phone, email, hours of service reporting systems, applications portals, etc.
• Physically able to perform loading and unloading procedures; i.e. up and down ladders, work in adverse weather conditions, maneuver in and around tight spaces, climbing in an out of the truck.
• Must be able to communicate with others professionally and effectively.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Specific to internal candidates, it is recommended that you complete the following developmental curriculum prior to applying for this position. In the event not all of these courses have been completed prior to becoming a Yard Coordinator, they must be completed within the first year of this assignment.

• Critical Thinking
  • How to Think Strategically
  • Brainstorm Multiple Solutions to Problems
  • Precision Thinking & Problem Solving
• Decision Making
  • Working with Emotional Intelligence
  • Account for Irrationality in Decision-Making
  • Decision making Basics: Understanding Motivation
  • Managing Multiple Projects, Objectives & Deadlines
• Accountability
  • Crucial Conversations
  • Personal Accountability
• Interpersonal
  • Active Listening
  • Building Trust with Others
  • Leading Without Authority
  • How do you Strengthen Your Self-Awareness
• Agility
  • Improve Your Adaptability with Open Mindedness
  • Resiliency: The Ability to Bounce Back
  • Situational Leadership

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS*

Valid Class "A" Commercial Driver's License with air brakes experience required. Must enter the company with and maintain a one year DOT Medical Certificate. Must hold and maintain an active TWIC card.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of the job, the associate is regularly required to driver; sit in a truck cab for extended periods of time; hear; use hands or fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The associate is required to be frequently standing; walking' climbing or balancing; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and tasting or smelling. Associates must frequently lift 501bs and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Finally, anyone filling this position must be able to pass all DOT physical requirements for truck drivers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential responsibilities of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The associate is frequently exposed to extreme heat (above 90 degrees Fahrenheit). The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

The Friedkin Group and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces by conducting pre-employment drug testing.