Job Description

Yard Jockey

Yard Jockey is responsible for moving trailers around warehouse yard and prepares them for unloading and loading.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the movement and spotting of trailers to facilitate the needs of the warehouse in sorting and processing material for shipment or storage
• Responsible for timely movements and knowledge of on-hand inventory
• Responsible to maintain a neat and orderly storage lot oriented toward maximizing efficiency in servicing the facility's needs
• Operate yard truck in a safe manner
• Drive and operate vehicle under 15 mph in and around facility
• Conduct pre-trips on trailers before placing in doors
• Must function and interact on a daily basis with facility personnel and comply with facility safety requirements
• Communicate using cellular telephone or 2-way radio with dispatch
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Safe truck and trailer operating skills are required
• Experience with backing 53-foot trailers
• 1-2 years of relevant experience required
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Must possess excellent customer service and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment
• Valid Driver's License. CDL license preferred but not required.

Skills:

• Ideal candidate will possess a "can do" attitude with a "will do" work ethic
• Must be innovative, confident and energetic
• Detail oriented; practices good judgment in decision making
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of professional social media platforms
• Self-motivated; ability to operate under solid pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Expert capabilities in programs including but not limited to: Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Schedule: M-F with rotated weekend 3:30PM-2:00AM

Disclaimer: The Position Description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required of employees assigned to this position.

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