Bear, DE · On-site
$18.50 - $27.50/hr
... all trailers are securely locked while on Dot yard. * Perform basic communications through radio system to warehouse leadership. * Conduct pre-trip inspections on spotter truck and fuel truck and ...
Bear, DE · On-site
$18.50 - $27.50/hr
... all trailers are securely locked while on Dot yard. * Perform basic communications through radio system to warehouse leadership. * Conduct pre-trip inspections on spotter truck and fuel truck and ...
$18.50 - $27.50/hr
... all trailers are securely locked while on Dot yard. * Perform basic communications through radio system to warehouse leadership. * Conduct pre-trip inspections on spotter truck and fuel truck and ...
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$18.50 - $27.50/hr
... all trailers are securely locked while on Dot yard. * Perform basic communications through radio system to warehouse leadership. * Conduct pre-trip inspections on spotter truck and fuel truck and ...
$20 - $22/hr
A trailer spotter / yard jockey/ hostler at Dot Transportation is responsible for safely and efficiently moving trailers on the yard or at the dock door per instructions from the operations clerks.
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$20 - $22/hr
A trailer spotter / yard jockey/ hostler at Dot Transportation is responsible for safely and efficiently moving trailers on the yard or at the dock door per instructions from the operations clerks.
Liverpool, NY · On-site
$20 - $22/hr
A trailer spotter / yard jockey/ hostler at Dot Transportation is responsible for safely and efficiently moving trailers on the yard or at the dock door per instructions from the operations clerks.
Liverpool, NY · On-site
$20 - $22/hr
A trailer spotter / yard jockey/ hostler at Dot Transportation is responsible for safely and efficiently moving trailers on the yard or at the dock door per instructions from the operations clerks.
Warroad, MN · On-site
$24 - $32/hr
Marvin is hiring a Trailer Spotter/Yard Jockey to help keep trailer movements aligned with transportation schedules and customer needs. In this role, you'll coordinate trailer placement, provide ...
Warroad, MN · On-site
$24 - $32/hr
Marvin is hiring a Trailer Spotter/Yard Jockey to help keep trailer movements aligned with transportation schedules and customer needs. In this role, you'll coordinate trailer placement, provide ...
Warroad, MN · On-site
$24 - $32/hr
Marvin is hiring a Trailer Spotter/Yard Jockey to help keep trailer movements aligned with transportation schedules and customer needs. In this role, you'll coordinate trailer placement, provide ...
Warroad, MN · On-site
$24 - $32/hr
Marvin is hiring a Trailer Spotter/Yard Jockey to help keep trailer movements aligned with transportation schedules and customer needs. In this role, you'll coordinate trailer placement, provide ...
$19.25 - $25/hr
Marvin is hiring a Trailer Spotter/Yard Jockey to help keep trailer movements aligned with transportation schedules and customer needs. In this role, you'll coordinate trailer placement, provide ...
$19.25 - $25/hr
Marvin is hiring a Trailer Spotter/Yard Jockey to help keep trailer movements aligned with transportation schedules and customer needs. In this role, you'll coordinate trailer placement, provide ...
$19.25 - $25/hr
Marvin is hiring a Trailer Spotter/Yard Jockey to help keep trailer movements aligned with transportation schedules and customer needs. In this role, you'll coordinate trailer placement, provide ...
$19.25 - $25/hr
Marvin is hiring a Trailer Spotter/Yard Jockey to help keep trailer movements aligned with transportation schedules and customer needs. In this role, you'll coordinate trailer placement, provide ...
$17.78 - $26.67/hr
Weigh loaded trailers * Inspect and perform basic maintenance on spotter tractors * Wash trailers as needed * Perform lot and/or yard checks * Apply lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate ...
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$17.78 - $26.67/hr
Weigh loaded trailers * Inspect and perform basic maintenance on spotter tractors * Wash trailers as needed * Perform lot and/or yard checks * Apply lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate ...
Manchester, TN · On-site
$17.78 - $26.67/hr
Weigh loaded trailers * Inspect and perform basic maintenance on spotter tractors * Wash trailers as needed * Perform lot and/or yard checks * Apply lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate ...
Manchester, TN · On-site
$17.78 - $26.67/hr
Weigh loaded trailers * Inspect and perform basic maintenance on spotter tractors * Wash trailers as needed * Perform lot and/or yard checks * Apply lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate ...
The applicant should have attention on all safety protocols Trailer/Yard Spotter key responsibilities: * Safely operate a yard jockey or trailer switcher * Repositioning trailers to and from and ...
The applicant should have attention on all safety protocols Trailer/Yard Spotter key responsibilities: * Safely operate a yard jockey or trailer switcher * Repositioning trailers to and from and ...
The applicant should have attention on all safety protocols Responsibilities/Qualifications Trailer/Yard Spotter key responsibilities: * Safely operate a yard jockey or trailer switcher
The applicant should have attention on all safety protocols Responsibilities/Qualifications Trailer/Yard Spotter key responsibilities: * Safely operate a yard jockey or trailer switcher
Orangeburg, SC · On-site
The applicant should have attention on all safety protocols Responsibilities/Qualifications Trailer/Yard Spotter key responsibilities: * Safely operate a yard jockey or trailer switcher
Orangeburg, SC · On-site
The applicant should have attention on all safety protocols Responsibilities/Qualifications Trailer/Yard Spotter key responsibilities: * Safely operate a yard jockey or trailer switcher
Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$27 - $32/hr
This position is responsible for moving trailers between parking areas and dock doors to support efficient warehouse and yard operations. Key Responsibilities: * Safely operate yard spotter trucks to ...
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Milwaukee, WI · On-site
$27 - $32/hr
This position is responsible for moving trailers between parking areas and dock doors to support efficient warehouse and yard operations. Key Responsibilities: * Safely operate yard spotter trucks to ...
Tulsa, OK · On-site
Yard Spotter Position This is a full-time position. Must be flexible to work overtime and weekends ... Efficiently move trailer in and out of the dock doors using proper procedures. * Communicate ...
Tulsa, OK · On-site
Yard Spotter Position This is a full-time position. Must be flexible to work overtime and weekends ... Efficiently move trailer in and out of the dock doors using proper procedures. * Communicate ...
Elysburg, PA · On-site
When not needed to move trailers, the employee performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities WHAT YOU'LL DO * Drives spotter truck to move trailers in and out of the building, around the ...
Elysburg, PA · On-site
When not needed to move trailers, the employee performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities WHAT YOU'LL DO * Drives spotter truck to move trailers in and out of the building, around the ...
Position Summary The Yard Spotter is responsible for safely moving, positioning, and organizing ... Position trailers at assigned loading and unloading dock doors. * Remove trailers from dock doors ...
Position Summary The Yard Spotter is responsible for safely moving, positioning, and organizing ... Position trailers at assigned loading and unloading dock doors. * Remove trailers from dock doors ...
Elysburg, PA · On-site
When not needed to move trailers, the employee performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities WHAT YOU'LL DO * Drives spotter truck to move trailers in and out of the building, around the ...
Elysburg, PA · On-site
When not needed to move trailers, the employee performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities WHAT YOU'LL DO * Drives spotter truck to move trailers in and out of the building, around the ...
The Yard Spotter helps maintain trailer flow, yard organization, shipment readiness, and safe traffic patterns throughout the finished goods yard. * This role works primarily in an outdoor finished ...
The Yard Spotter helps maintain trailer flow, yard organization, shipment readiness, and safe traffic patterns throughout the finished goods yard. * This role works primarily in an outdoor finished ...
Jonesboro, AR · On-site
$22.10/hr
When not needed to move trailers, the employee performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities WHAT YOU'LL DO * Drives spotter truck to move trailers in and out of the building, around the ...
Jonesboro, AR · On-site
$22.10/hr
When not needed to move trailers, the employee performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities WHAT YOU'LL DO * Drives spotter truck to move trailers in and out of the building, around the ...
$11.06 - $12.15
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$15.59 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
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The median wage is $17.03 / hr.
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$18.96 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
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| Aspect | Trailer Spotter | Truck Driver |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | None typically required, some companies prefer CDL or safety training | Requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) |
| Work Environment | Yard or dock areas, focusing on trailer movement and positioning | Roads, highways, and delivery routes |
| Industry Usage | Common in logistics, warehousing, and freight yards | Essential in freight transportation, logistics, and delivery services |
While both roles are involved in freight operations, a Trailer Spotter primarily assists with trailer positioning within yards, requiring minimal licensing. In contrast, a Truck Driver operates vehicles on the road, requiring a CDL and extensive driving experience. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers find the right fit in the logistics industry.
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Bear, DE • On-site
8.0
Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
10th of 49 rated food wholesalers
Good employer
Paid breaks
Recommended by parents
Respectful managers
Uninterrupted breaks
$18.50 - $27.50/hr
Other
Posted 11 days ago
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Dot Foods, located in Mount Sterling, IL, US, is the nation's largest food industry redistributor, specializing in sourcing, repacking, and redistributing food and related products. Operating in the wholesale trade industry, Dot Foods was founded in 1960 by Robert and Dorothy Tracy as a small, family-based venture, which gradually evolved into a nationwide enterprise. The company’s core values include integrity, commitment, and respect, and its mission is to improve efficiency, increase profits, and ensure customer satisfaction in the supply chain of the food industry. Notably, Dot Foods has been able to develop a cutting-edge supply chain solution that reduces waste and increases efficiency.
Trucking
5,001 - 10,000 Employees
Mount Sterling, IL, US
1960
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