Lead Yard Worker

Lead Yardman- Tacoma, WAThis position is responsible for loading and off-loading trailers, trucks and other vehicles using forklifts and other material handling equipment and preparing freight for OTW shipment. Assist Supervisor in carrying out all yard assignments. Operate safely and compliance with all established HSSE policies and procedures Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate Move freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles and containers, by hand or using trucks, tractors, and other equipment Complete thorough yard cleanup, stacking dunnage in dunnage racks, picking up pallets and garbage, etc. Ensure trailers are organized and accounted for throughout the yard Sort freight prior to loading and unloading, ensuring freight is labeled and counted Couple and un-couple trucks and trailers, creating sets, preparing loads for transit and related duties Tie down and secure loads on flatbeds in accordance with DOT regulations and Carlile policies and procedures Inspect all flatbeds prior to them leaving the terminal Responsible for daily forklift inspections and to report maintenance issues to R&M Assigns duties to yard worker when needed Responds to email and works with dispatch and logistics when scheduling daily activities Fill in for Yard Supervisor in his absences Perform other duties as assigned High school diploma or GED equivalent Two to three years yard operations, load-planning and loading experience required Excellent written, verbal and listening communication skills Works well with internal departments, drivers and outside carriers Follows instructions, responds to management direction, takes responsibility for own actions, completes tasks on time or communicates alternate plans Treats people with respect; keeps commitments, inspires the trust of others, works with integrity and ethically, upholds organizational values Ability to prioritize work throughout the day Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy Knowledge of DOT regulations and Carlile Policies and procedure for OTW and OTR transport CompensationCompetitive base annual salary range: $20.50 $30.80, depending on experience and qualifications Additional compensation to base wage is $2.50 lead pay + $2.00 hard to fill differential Health & Wellness Employer subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family/dependents.