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Perdue Farms

Farm Associate

Perry, GA · On-site

$13.50 - $17.75/hr

Summary Join our team as a Farm Associate and play a vital role in the health, care, and daily success of our flocks! We're looking for individuals who thrive in a hands-on, outdoor environment and ...

Perdue Farms

Farm Associate

Perry, GA · On-site

$13.50 - $17.75/hr

SummaryJoin our team as a Farm Associate and play a vital role in the health, care, and daily success of our flocks! We?re looking for individuals who thrive in a hands-on, outdoor environment and ...

Perdue Farms

Farm Associate

Perry, GA · On-site

$13.50 - $17.75/hr

Summary Join our team as a Farm Associate and play a vital role in the health, care, and daily success of our flocks! We're looking for individuals who thrive in a hands-on, outdoor environment and ...

Perdue Farms

Farm Associate

Perry, GA · On-site

$13.50 - $17.75/hr

Summary Join our team as a Farm Associate and play a vital role in the health, care, and daily success of our flocks! We're looking for individuals who thrive in a hands-on, outdoor environment and ...

Ace Hardware

Lawn & Garden Loading Associate

Rincon, GA · On-site

$14/hr

Ace Hardware - Immediate Hiring for Lawn & Garden Associate Are you passionate about plants and gardens? Do you enjoy helping customers with their lawn and garden needs? Ace Hardware is looking for a ...

Herc Rentals

Yard Technician

Lithonia, GA · On-site

$18 - $21/hr

Yard Technician Lithonia, GA, USA, 30058 Employment Status: Full-time Posting Start Date: 6/23/26 ... Associate, and Sales and Operations Coordinator roles. In this role you will learn to... * Take ...

Herc Rentals

Yard Technician

Dallas, GA · On-site

$19 - $20/hr

Yard Technician Dallas, GA, USA, 30132 Employment Status: Full-time Posting Start Date: 5/28/26 If ... Associate, and Sales and Operations Coordinator roles. In this role you will learn to... * Take ...

Openwork

Grade Off Associate

Jackson, GA · On-site

$16/hr

The Grade Off Associate is responsible for inspecting, sorting, and grading used tires according to established quality standards. This position plays a key role in ensuring tires are properly ...

Club Car

Yard Operator

Appling, GA · On-site

Locates vehicles in the yard to safely and efficiently move to service shop and CPO line. * Locates ... associates. * Stages parts from supermarkets into bins and carts per a pull report or other ...

Club Car LLC

Yard Operator

Appling, GA · On-site

Locates vehicles in the yard to safely and efficiently move to service shop and CPO line. * Locates ... associates. * Stages parts from supermarkets into bins and carts per a pull report or other ...

84 Lumber Company

Yard Person Benefits

Augusta, GA · On-site

$13.50 - $16/hr

Associate is responsible for building loads for deliveries. In addition, the Yard Person Benefits must maintain a safe, clean and well organized lumber yard, load and unload lumber and/or building ...

84 Lumber

Yard Person Benefits

Cartersville, GA

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

Associate is responsible for building loads for deliveries. In addition, the Yard Person Benefits must maintain a safe, clean and well organized lumber yard, load and unload lumber and/or building ...

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How much do yard associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for yard associate in Georgia is $13.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.16 and $16.06 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a yard associate?

To thrive as a Yard Associate, you need basic knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, and material handling, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with forklifts, pallet jacks, and inventory tracking systems is commonly required, and forklift certification may be preferred. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for this position. These abilities ensure safe, efficient yard operations and accurate inventory control, directly impacting productivity and workplace safety.

What is the difference between Yard Associate vs Equipment Operator?

AspectYard AssociateEquipment Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some certifications in safety or equipment operationHigh school diploma; certifications/licenses for specific equipment (e.g., forklift, bulldozer)
Work EnvironmentOutdoor yard, warehouse, or construction siteOperate heavy machinery in outdoor or construction settings
Industry UsageConstruction, landscaping, logistics, manufacturingConstruction, mining, transportation, logistics
Job FocusAssisting with yard organization, loading/unloading, basic equipment handlingOperating heavy machinery to move materials or perform construction tasks

The main difference between a Yard Associate and an Equipment Operator lies in their responsibilities and required certifications. Yard Associates typically handle yard organization and basic equipment tasks, while Equipment Operators operate heavy machinery with specialized licenses. Both roles are essential in industries like construction and logistics, but Equipment Operators require more technical training and certification.

What does a yard associate do?

A Yard Associate is responsible for assisting with the organization, loading, and unloading of materials in a yard or warehouse environment. Their duties typically include moving inventory, operating forklifts or other machinery, keeping the yard clean and safe, and helping customers or delivery drivers with pickups and drop-offs. Yard Associates play a key role in ensuring that operations run smoothly and efficiently, often working outdoors in various weather conditions. They may also be responsible for checking inventory and maintaining accurate records.
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Infographic showing various Yard Associate job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $28,951 per year, or $13.9 per hour.

Regional Distribution Center - Yard Jockey

American Tire Distributors

Mcdonough, GA • On-site

$18 - $23.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

American Tire Distributors rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

282nd of 410 rated retail wholesalers

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to turn your ambition and your people skills into a rewarding career with an industry leader? Join our team at American Tire Distributors! As the nation's premier tire distributor, ATD's coast-to-coast distribution network provides approximately 80,000 customers across the U.S. and Canada with rapid and frequent delivery of high quality tires, custom wheels and shop supplies.

Position Description: 

The Yard Jockey's primary duties include relocating and positioning of trailers/containers for loading and unloading as well as maintaining organization of the drop yard. He/she works closely with Operations Supervisor, dispatcher, gatekeeper, inbound coordinator, and warehouse leads to maintain smooth flow of trailers/containers into and out of the drop yard. Operates Ottawa Yard truck to transport trailers/containers from drop yard to designated dock door as needed. Performs daily inspections of yard truck and/or equipment to ensure proper working order and reports any non-working and/or unsafe equipment conditions to management as needed. Responds to inquiries from operations team relating to trailer/container arrival and departures.
6:00PM - 4:30 AM
Tuesday - Friday
Key Responsibilities
  • Complete daily "Vehicle Pre-trip Inspection Form" to ensure yard truck is in proper working order; report any equipment issues promptly to management.
  • Confirm daily integrity of drop yard and fencing to Operations Manager to maintain physical security; arrange trailers against wall bumpers to prevent pilferage.
  • Obtain outbound schedules to assign trailer ID numbers to designated dock doors for loading by warehouse personnel.
  • Operate Ottawa Yard truck to transport trailers from yard drop slots to designated dock doors as required.
  • Respond promptly to operational team inquiries regarding trailer/container arrivals and departures.
  • Use Blue Yonder Yard management system for completing all trailer moves in the YMS system.
  • Use the morning "Yard Audit sheet" to conduct a yard check for all outbound yard trailers, reporting loaded trailers remaining in the yard and validating empty trailers that arrived after hours; submit completed audit sheet to dispatcher.
  • Use yard truck to transport containers from drop lot to designated dock doors for unloading; cut security ID seals, open and secure doors before backing container into dock.
  • Utilize Ottawa yard truck to move loaded outbound trailers away from docks; ensure all trailer doors are closed and secure bolt security ID seals.
  • Utilize the afternoon "Yard Audit sheet checklist" to document status of containers-empty, loaded from the previous day, and daily arrivals at the Mixing Center; provide completed checklist to dispatcher and update gatekeeper daily.
Competencies
  • Collaboration- Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
  • Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
  • Customer-Focused - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
  • Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
  • Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
  • Equipment Utilization - The ability and skill to ensure the optimum utilization of warehouse or production plant, equipment and materials.
  • Health and Safety - The ability and skill to manage and apply safe systems of work.
  • Inventory Management - The ability and skill to design, implement and manage inventory control systems.
  • Optimizes Work Processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Planning & Organizing - Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and oversee activities to efficiently meet objectives.
  • Plans & Aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
  • Policy & Procedures - The ability and skill to monitor, interpret and understand policies and procedures and ensure their alignment with organizational strategies and work objectives.
  • Storage - The ability and skill to ensure the optimum storage of warehouse, plant, equipment, materials and supplies.
  • Verbal Communication - Ability to express ideas, request actions, formulate plans, & policies by means of clear and effective verbal communications.

Qualifications
  • High School or GED degree Associates.
    • 1-2 years of related experience preferred

Skills
  • Policy & Procedures
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Storage
  • Verbal Communication
  • Equipment Utilization
  • Health and Safety
  • Inventory Management
Physical Demands/Working Conditions
Physical Demands Category: Driver
Physical Demands/Work Environment/Travel Requirements: Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk, hear, taste and/or smell; the employee must occasionally lift products weighing up to approximately 50 pounds. Handling of tires (e.g., rolling, destacking, team lifting) greater than approximately 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel required: 75% of the time, no overnight stays (CDL drivers will have overnight stays)
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