Yard Jockey

Position Overview:

As a CDLA Yard Jockey you are responsible for safely maneuvering tractor-trailer combinations within the confines of the yard. This position requires excellent driving skills, attention to detail and a strong commitment to safety protocols.

Responsibilities:

• Operating yard trucks (horses) to move trailers within the yard and docking/undocking from the loading docks

• Ensuring accurate positioning of trailers for loading and unloading in a safe and timely manner

• Collaborating and communicating with Warehouse and Dispatch personnel to prioritize the movement of trailers based on the shipping and receiving schedules

• Conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections on yard trucks to ensure they are in good working conditions - if pre or post trip do not meet company safety policies - following current process for out of service equipment procedures

• Maintaining accurate and timely records of trailer movements and locations within the yard

• Maintaining an organized and efficient trailer parking process

• Ensuring proper flow of inbound and outbound trailer movement in tandem with Warehouse and Dispatch

• Reporting any issues promptly to shift leadership

• Performing basic maintenance yard checks for fueling needs, products, supplied, returns on staged trailers and proper temperatures are maintained

• Moving trailers from different sites - Fleet maintenance, Original Distribution and New Distribution centers

• Maintaining a safe and clean working environment

• Flexibility to work various or additional shifts, as needed including evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Environment:

• Varying external weather conditions and temperatures

Schedule:

• TBD based on business needs

Experience:

• CDL-A License required (Valid & Active)
• 21+ years or older

Skills:

• Safety Culture: Maintain and drive safety policies; driving for accountability of safe practices throughout shift

• Physical abilities: May be required to lift up to 80-85lbs.; standing, bending, lifting and twisting for up to 90% of your shift; frequently lifting product from various heights including floor level to over your head; Ability to stand or walk at least 10 hours daily; working in various temperature controlled environments; the ability to operate required material handling equipment - getting on and off equipment throughout shift

• Strong communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers and leaders on a daily basis

• Organizational Skills: Ability to fulfill customer orders in a timely manner; ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

• Working in a team based environment: Working independently and as a team player to ensure our customers are receiving orders timely and with the highest quality

• Quality: Maintain integrity and high standards of product handling from all perspectives

Other details

• Pay Type Hourly

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• 275 Schoolhouse Rd, Cheshire, CT 06410, USA