Yard Jockey

Safely handle and maneuver tractor/trailers and other large equipment to facilitate the loading and unloading operations in the yard. Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections of the yard and dock equipment. Properly cube, load and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck or by hand.

Properly load freight to prevent damage and shifting in transit by blocking and bracing and thru the use of load bars, straps, dunnage and air bags. Accurately set up, break down and hook trailers safely. Ensure all pup trailers have tilt bar to be lowered prior to loading of freight. Raise and lower landing gear. Monitor yard for unsafe drivers and non-employees; notify management.

Work in outdoor weather conditions. Perform all duties of dockworker as requested. Communicate effectively with Dock supervision, Line Haul drivers and Fleet Services personnel. Regular attendance is required.

• High School Diploma or General Educational Degree (GED), or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background
• 18+ years of age
• A valid CDL and acceptable MVR are required if driving on public roads
• If a CDL holder, must be registered with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse
• Experience in the transportation industry a plus although not required
• Stable work history
• Ability to operate forklift (7500 lb. vehicle)
• Must be able to push or pull loaded pallet jack and/or hand truck with a minimum load of 70lbs

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to lift and/or move a minimum of 70 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to lift, twist, turn, and may climb. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and climb or balance.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee may be required to work in high/precarious places, with hazardous materials, and in various weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to loud as required by the essential functions of the job.