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Yard Hopper
Company : Poly-America
Location : Grand Prairie, TX, 75051
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 2 January 2026
Overview
Poly-America, L.P. is currently seeking a Yard Hopper to join our Shipping/Receiving department. Poly-America produces several lines of polyethylene products including high quality trash bags, construction and agricultural films. Yard Drivers work a yearly set schedule of 4 days on and 4 days off with 12 hour shifts from 5-5 . The days of the week worked will rotate from week to week. Candidates must be available to work each day of the week.
Responsibilities
Yard Hopper at Poly-America are responsible for relocating, docking, and transporting 48’ and 53’ trailers within our manufacturing facility. They must be able to keep up with a fast paced production environment while accurately recording information to ensure on-time shipment of goods. This position also uses propane, sit-down forklifts to help load and unload trailers. The role may involve additional responsibilities and opportunities as they become necessary and/or are assigned by management.
Qualifications
- At least one year of experience driving commercial trucks or yard mules.
- A current US Driver's license (CDL not required).
- The ability to handle trailers quickly in tight spaces regardless of lighting conditions.
- The ability to work a night shift or a day shift as assigned by management.
- The aptitude and desire necessary to be a good student of Poly-America processes, equipment, and procedures.
Successfully passing a drug screen is required for this position. Poly-America offers competitive compensation packages including Medical/Dental, paid vacations and holidays, and 401(K).
Frequently asked questions
Handling trailers and operating forklifts in a fast-paced facility requires stamina and agility, especially during 12-hour shifts. Yard Hoppers must be prepared for continuous movement, precise trailer maneuvering in tight areas, and adapting to rotating workdays in Grand Prairie's climate.
A commercial driver's license (CDL) is not mandatory for this role at Poly-America. However, candidates must hold a valid US driver's license and demonstrate competence in handling yard vehicles like propane forklifts and yard mules safely within the facility.
Experience as a Yard Hopper can lead to supervisory roles such as yard supervisor or yard manager, especially with strong operational knowledge. In Grand Prairie, industries like manufacturing and logistics value hands-on yard professionals, enabling upward mobility with additional certifications or training.
Yes, shifts rotate between days and nights on a 4 days on, 4 days off schedule with 12-hour shifts. Candidates must be flexible for varying hours as assigned, balancing work-life demands while maintaining productivity within Poly-America’s shipping/receiving operations.
Poly-America’s Yard Hopper role emphasizes quick trailer relocation, forklift operation, and accurate shipment documentation within a polyethylene products plant. Unlike typical yard jobs, this position requires adapting to a rotating 5-5 schedule and working across every day of the week.
Grand Prairie's industrial growth fuels steady demand for yard drivers, but competition remains moderate due to specialized skills needed. Candidates with commercial truck handling experience and flexibility to work rotating shifts find better chances, while neighboring cities may offer fewer openings.
Yard Hoppers in Grand Prairie typically earn between $18 and $24 per hour, depending on experience and shift schedules. Poly-America offers competitive pay along with benefits such as medical coverage and a 401(k), which aligns well with local market standards for yard truck drivers.
Applicants must successfully pass a drug screening before hiring at Poly-America, ensuring a safe work environment. Safety protocols also include proper handling of propane forklifts and trailer movements, reflecting the company's commitment to regulatory compliance and employee well-being.
Daily duties include relocating 48’ and 53’ trailers around the facility, docking them efficiently, and operating propane-powered forklifts to load or unload goods. Accurate recording of movements supports on-time shipments, demanding a keen eye for detail amid a fast manufacturing rhythm.
Poly-America blends stable scheduling with rotating shifts, fostering adaptability among Yard Hoppers. Emphasis on teamwork in a fast-paced polyethylene product environment creates a dynamic yet supportive atmosphere, distinguishing it from more rigid or less diversified local manufacturing workplaces.