Yard Jockey

Description

JOB OVERVIEW:

A Yard Jockey is a truck driver who is responsible for moving trailers at truck yards, rail yards, factories, plants and warehouses.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completing trailer sanitation before reloading.
• Moving equipment around the yard.
• Notifying management of repairs that need to be made.
• Storing equipment in safe areas.
• Conducting regular inspections of incoming and outgoing

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

• 1 year of tractor-trailer experience is preferred.
• Physically fit.

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• CDL preferred but not require

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Good eyesight.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is generally performed in a warehouse environment. The noise level is moderate. Generally, well ventilated, and well lit. Warehouse team members may be required to wear protective clothing. Additionally, may operate heavy equipment and strict safety regulations may be required.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Work is physically strenuous and team members are required to lift heavy packages up to 50 pounds. Work may require excessive bending or stooping. Team members may be required to climb ladders, use hand tools, and/or use heavy machinery (e.g., forklift, etc.). 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. Light duty options may be available.

PortCity is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.