Yard Driver Nights
Hartford, CT - USA
Job Summary
What You Will Do
The Yard Driver Team Member is primarily responsible for the timely and efficient movement of trailers upon request of appliance shipping receiving and visitor center following all rules concerning pulling placement and securing of trailers. Drivers will cross train receiving putting away picking and shipping product within a distribution center and support the visitor center personnel. This role is responsible for maintaining quality by properly and safely handling the product using customer focused distribution. The activities performed by this role are instrumental in a facility achieving or exceeding key performance indicator metrics.
What Were Looking For
Required to work a set schedule that may be changed/modified by management based on
the needs of the facility.
Requires availability to work morning afternoon nights or weekends depending upon
assigned shift and overtime based on the needs of the facility.
Must work in a distribution/warehouse environment with the physical and environmental
aspects typically associated with such environment.
Ability with training to safely operate yard tractor and maneuvering trailers ranging in size
from 28 to 53
Minimally must be able to lift 40 pounds; ability to lift up to 70 pounds.
What You Need to Succeed
Minimum Qualifications
Strong safety orientation and proven record of complying with safety requirements
Demonstrated track record of consistent and reliable on-the-job contribution
Ability to work independently with limited supervision or with a team
Preferred Qualifications
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Experience in distribution center operations or previous warehouse experience
Experience operating power equipment (e.g. forklift reach truck yard truck scrubbing sweeper)
Experience performing detail-oriented tasks in a fast-paced working environment
Experience using spatial reasoning to position product effectively
Basic math and reading comprehension skills
Basic computer skills
Bilingual Military and Veteran applicants are encouraged to apply.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation email
Working Conditions
Environmental factors vary by location. You may be working in both inside and outside weather conditions. Exposure to varying climates including extreme heat or cold wet damp humid windy or drafty conditions is possible. You may be exposed to constant or intermittent noises in addition to moving or shaking objects and equipment.
Lifting methods vary based on role weight and volume. Associates must follow guidelines limiting single lifts to 70 pounds. Team lifts are used minimally starting at 70 pounds or when needed. Powered equipment should be used as required with proper training or assistance from a trained coworker.
About Lowes
Lowes Companies Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE 50 home improvement company serving approximately 16 million customer transactions a week in the United States. With total fiscal year 2023 sales of more than $86 billion Lowes operates over 1700 home improvement stores and employs approximately 300000 associates. Based in Mooresville N.C. Lowes supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe affordable housing and helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts. For more information visit
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including but not limited to position offered location education training and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility please visit
- Working at one of the largest retail companies has its perks. We offer exceptional benefits and wellness programs for eligible full-time and part-time associates tailored for many different lifestyles. Our benefits range from health vision and dental insurance to paid vacation tuition assistance and parental and family-building benefits. Plus we offer learning and development opportunities to help our associates grow their skills and achieve their goals.
- Health Dental and Vision insurance
- Life and Disability insurance
- Paid time off based on role tenure and locality including vacation holidays sick and volunteer time
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- 401(k) Retirement account with company match
- Employee Assistance Program with concierge work/life services and no-cost counseling for all kinds of needs
- Education support programs including tuition assistance and trade skills scholarships
- Business Travel Accident insurance
- Maternity and Parental leave
- Adoption assistance
- Lowes Associate Discount and broad discount platform
- Other discretionary benefits (based on eligibility) include annual bonuses enrollment in Lowes Employee Stock Purchase Plan and/or deferred compensation plan and grant awards
About Lowes
Lowes Companies Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE 100 home improvement company with total fiscal year 2025 sales of more than$86 billion. Lowes employs approximately 300000 associates and operates over 1750 home improvement stores 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Lowes is a core value S&P 500 equity stock and a dividend aristocrat. Based inMooresville N.C. Lowes supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe affordable housing improving community spaces helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information visit.
Lowes is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race color religious creed sex gender age ancestry national origin mental or physical disability or medical condition sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status military or veteran status genetic information or any other category protected under federal state or local law.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
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