Spotter Truck Operator

Description

• Follow all ATMI safety protocols, policies, and procedures, including IDOT regulations
• Shuttle trailers between production buildings, loading areas, storage yards, and staging locations
• Identify and report defects on products prior to movement for delivery
• Report mechanical issues, safety hazards, or damaged trailers/products immediately
• Assist in basic troubleshooting of spotter truck or trailer issues to support maintenance efficiency
• Operate a yard spotter truck to safely move trailers throughout the ATMI Aurora campus
• Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections of yard truck and conduct visual inspections of trailers
• Maintain constant communication with the loading crew via radio or company-approved communication devices
• Work closely with Yard Supervisors, Foremen, and the Loading Crew to support daily logistics and traffic flow
• Perform trailer hookups including raising and lowering landing gear, connecting and disconnecting airlines

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Strong ability to maneuver trailers in tight areas and congested traffic patterns
• Clean driving record with minimal violations
• Reliable, punctual, patient, and detail-oriented
• Ability to work independently while maintaining communication with supervisors
• Must be able to walk, stand, and move across uneven surfaces in an active yard environment
• Frequent standing, sitting, bending, and connecting/disconnecting air hoses
• Ability to work in a fast-paced industrial environment
• Understanding of yard operations and trailer spotting procedures
• Valid CDL license
• Frequent climbing in and out of trucks throughout the shift
• Experience operating a spotter truck (Kalmar Ottawa or similar preferred)
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, snow, and dust
• Familiarity with tandem, triaxle, extendable, and step-deck trailers

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance