Yard & Dock Coordinator – 1st Shift

GXO Logistics, Inc.

. Serve as the primary point of contact for all dock-related activities .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating dock and yard activities while ensuring adherence to safety standards and operational efficiency. Proficient in using Microsoft Office 365 and Google Suite for communication and documentation in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Dock CoordinationTrailer Anatomy KnowledgeSafety Standards ComplianceStrong Communication SkillsYard Management Systems Exposure

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Hard Skills

Trailer Docking ProceduresOperational Safety PracticesVisual Inspection TechniquesManual Lifting Equipment UseProcess Guidelines Adherence

Soft Skills

Customer Service OrientationCross-Functional CollaborationSituational Awareness

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office 365Google Suite

Industry Keywords

Warehouse EnvironmentDistribution OperationsTransportation Coordination7S Workplace StandardsStop-Work Authority

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary point of contact for all dock-related activities
Coordinate the safe, efficient, and timely movement of trailers in and out of the facility
Champion operational safety and support use of hand tools and dock-related equipment
Coordinate trailer movements for loading and unloading activities
Manage and sequence trailer docking, release, and yard flow
Apply knowledge of trailer anatomy and fleet safety standards
Monitor dock conditions and exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions are identified
Follow proper escalation procedures
Partner with operations, transportation, yard services, and customer-facing teams to prioritize tasks
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders while maintaining customer service
Ensure dock activities follow process guidelines, safety standards, and site SWIs
Support dock and yard organization according to 7S workplace standards
Conduct visual inspections to identify risks, inefficiencies, or potential delays
Use Microsoft Office 365 and Google Suite to track activity, communicate updates, and document issues
Provide coverage and operational support to site leadership and Lead peers as needed
Work Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on 1st shift

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience working in a warehouse, distribution, dock, yard, or transportation-related environment
Demonstrated ability to coordinate dock or yard activities in a fast-paced operation
Working knowledge of trailer docking, release procedures, and trailer anatomy
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and across varied terrain
Proven ability to follow defined processes, safety standards, and escalation protocols
Strong communication skills for daily customer-facing and cross-functional interactions
Comfort using Microsoft Office 365 and/or Google Suite applications
Ability to work extended time outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to stand, walk, and traverse uneven surfaces throughout the shift
Ability to maintain situational awareness in a high-traffic dock and yard environment
Ability to support a flexible schedule as business needs require
Ability to routinely carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time over 4 hours
Ability to walk continuously more than 10,000 steps (4–5 miles) per day
Ability to bend, stoop, squat, twist, push, and pull objects of various shapes and sizes in a team lift
Ability to tolerate hot and cold work environments
Ability to use powered and/or manual lifting equipment according to established protocols and safety guidelines
Preferred: previous experience in a lead, coordinator, or informal leadership role
Preferred: exposure to safety programs, yard management systems (YMS), or WMS environments
Preferred: experience supporting or enforcing safe work practices and stop-work authority
Preferred: mechanical aptitude or familiarity with basic hand tools and dock equipment
Conditional offers may require passing a pre-employment drug test

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
401(k)
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Support, tools, and resources for career growth and development
Equal Opportunity employer including Disabled/Veterans