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Yard Helper

Lakin Tire West, Des Moines, IA, United States


Yard Truck Driver

Liberty Tire Recycling is looking for a Yard Truck Driver that is hardworking, motivated, and is a responsible individual who will be moving trailers back and forth from the parking lot to production. If your passion is working in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment then joining our team is the right job for you.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Work in a loud, fast paced environment that works in all weather conditions.
Operate Ottawa Yard Truck in a safe manner during numerous roll-on/roll-off procedures daily involving loaded and empty containers
Responsible for completing proper paperwork involving trailer numbers, gross weights, tare weights, and net weights on the daily log sheet to include type of material
Operate and handle forklift and other equipment and tools in a safe manner
Handle loading and unloading operations in the warehouse
Check and inspect the conditions of items and materials while loading and unloading
Any other warehouse duty required by Management
Ensure compliance of all safety procedures and practices
Must be capable of lifting 50 lbs. 75+ lbs. with assistance.
Skills and Abilities:
Lift up to fifty (50) pounds (50+ requires assistance) on a routine basis and be physically capable of loading upwards of 1220 tires per day.
Must be physically capable of climbing in a trailer unassisted and in a safe manner to reduce injury.
Lace tires in a safe manner to reduce injury and maintain a secure load during transport.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors and the general public
Ability to work independently with general instructions
Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions
Ability to make independent judgments which have a moderate impact on the company.
Physical demands of standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and repetitive motion
Must pass post-offer background, DOT physical and drug test
Education and Experience:
Prior experience in the tire recycling or manufacturing industry is a plus.
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
EEO Statement:
Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.