At SanMar, the work you do makes a difference.

What's the Short Version?
The Yard Truck Driver I is responsible for, understands, and abides by the rules for the Customs Trade Partnership against Terrorism (C-TPAT), seven point inspections, view, verify, tug and twist (V.V.T.T.) inspections, and follows internal procedures to accept deliveries. They are responsible for using an industrial tractor to move trailers within the yard to facilitate shipping and receiving functions. Responsibilities include hooking and unhooking trailers, moving trailers in and out of doors, securing and sealing outbound trailer doors, cleaning and refueling designated vehicles, inspecting vehicles for potential maintenance needs, and maintaining orderliness, communication, and safety in the yard. When not driving, employees in this role will assist in all aspects of the cross dock/receiving process, or in production when needed.

What Will You Be Doing?

• Safely operate the yard truck and/or box truck around the yard.
• Neatly organize and document product/trailer locations.
• Operate yard tractor safely to remove loaded trailers from the docks and stage empty trailers by priority in the appropriate door.
• Coordinate with the warehouse team to manage the trailer pool effectively in accordance with the dock schedule.
• Greet and provide direction to incoming carriers; give dock assignments.
• Conduct frequent yard checks; proactively monitor and communicate trailer pool status.
• Enforce yard safety guidelines with carriers; provide yard safety suggestions.
• Perform pre/post operators’ checklists; keep equipment clean.
• Load, unload, move, stack and stage product by following standard operating procedures.
• Make trips to gas station as needed.

What Are We Looking For?

• High School Diploma Preferred
• 1-3 years driving experience
• Experience operating a tractor-trailer in different conditions (for example, highway driving, side/local roads, city/country, maneuvering in tight spaces is preferred
• Active Drivers License
• Ability to read, write and have sufficient ability to identify colors, sizes, quantity, label and SKU information.
• Basic math skills in counting and quantity required.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Requires working tractor/trailer components, including bending and cranking landing gear as well as climbing in and out of cabs and sitting for extended periods of time.
• Excellent organization skills; strong problem solving and demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize daily responsibilities.
• Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc.)
• Demonstrates ability to follow directions and change priorities or job duties as business needs require; rotate to other production functions as needed.
• Ability to learn Internal Operating System and operate Radio Frequency (RF) unit.
• Able to work both independently and within a team and work well with diverse groups from multiple organizations.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Comprehend verbal and written instructions.
• Willing to work outside in the elements (heat/cold/rain/etc.)
• Mandatory overtime as required, which may include weekends.

What's Our Offer?
Salary Range: You`ll earn between $20.50 plus $.50 yard truck driver differential on an hourly basis, depending on experience.

Location: 10462 Hickory Hill Road, Ashland, Virginia
Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Bonus: You`ll be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus up to $2,000.

Paid Time Off: You`ll accrue paid time off on a weekly basis based on hours worked up to 112 hours per year to start. Employees also receive 7 paid holidays and 1 paid family day off.

Additional Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k plan and matches $1 for $1 up to 4% of earnings, matched & vested at every pay cycle
• Life insurance
• Short/long-term disability coverage
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pet insurance

What Should You Expect?
DC Warehouse (Equipment): While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to stand, walk, talk and hear. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 60 pounds. The employee operates powered equipment requiring use of both hands as well as full range of motion of the neck, head and back. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, grasp and perform repetitive hand, wrist and arm motions. The employee is frequently required to climb stairs, kneel/squat, bend and carry. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Employee may be required to wear a headset covering one or both ears. Employee will be required to wear Personal protective equipment such as a Protective harness while operating equipment. Basic English literacy is required for operation of machines and necessary daily paperwork. Work environment is moderately noisy. The employee is occasionally required to work near conveyor systems. There is exposure to dust and changes in weather conditions. Work is performed under typical warehouse conditions. Potential hazards exist with regard to machinery such as forklifts, pallet jacks, mechanized systems, etc. Work environment is hectic and fast-paced.The employee is regularly exposed to ambient lighting and can be exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold including climates consistent with outside weather conditions.


Who is SanMar?
SanMar is more than just a t-shirt company.

We see t-shirts as a blank canvas that can be used to unite a team, tell a story or show your love for your favorite local haunt. We create meaningful connections that elevate lives through the apparel we provide.

As the industry leader in promotional apparel, we live by a refreshingly simple philosophy: Be Nice and Tell the Truth. This is how we’ve done business since Marty Lott founded the company in 1971. Today we work with awesome apparel manufacturers from around the world, we’ve grown to more than 5,000 employees and we still work with those same simple principles in mind.

You can see our values take shape in A Canvas for Good, our platform for positive action and citizenship. We are dedicated to being good stewards of the world we share, to lifting up the communities where we work and to respecting our employees. Our IDEA Council guides company-wide diversity efforts, and our annual Sustainability Report shows our progress toward our goals of doing business responsibly.

Why Work at SanMar?
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. They bring their talent, passion and dedication to work with them every day. Their hard work inspires us and gives us purpose. We love working here together.

Whether you work in our headquarters, from your home or in one of our distribution centers across North America, we believe that investing in you is just the right thing to do. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support your health and well-being, life balance, career growth and (eventually) retirement.

SanMar works with brands you already know, like Nike, The North Face and Brooks Brothers, as well as providing industry-leading private label apparel and accessories. Our people come to work excited to do their part, providing clothing that helps people feel that they’re a part of something special.

Here’s your chance to be a part of this story. If you’re ready to work in a place where your participation matters and your growth is a priority, we’re ready for you.

SanMar is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, whoever you love or follow in faith, whatever your disability or superpower status, whichever ethnicity or gender you identify with, you are welcome at SanMar.

SanMar participates in E-Verify.