- Location
- Lexington SC, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Transportation
- Experience
- 21+ years
- Source
- Workday
Description
ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE
We help you make it! US FOODS® is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs, and a continuous improvement focus.
We are looking for a Yard Jockey who relishes the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS® family.
US FOODS® has a lot to offer:
US FOODS® is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded
We are committed to compensation, and benefits that respect, and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work
Paid Training AND Paid Overtime
Service recognition and employee rewards
Excellent Leadership
BENEFITS START DAY ONE: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave. Check out our Benefits by clicking on the link Health Plan Identifier (benefitspricing.com)
Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 8pm - complete with alternating Fridays
Main Ingredients of the Job!
As a US FOODS® Yard Jockey you will be critical to the US FOODS® team. You will be responsible for moving trailers to and from dock doors based on instructions from supervisors or the shipping office while following all regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures. Always ensure cleanliness and adequate fueling of trailers.
Communicate with Dispatcher/Router for truck/trailer and door assignments
Stage shuttle trailers nightly for shuttle drivers
Set up trailers for backhaul with tractor and empty pallets
Keep assigned equipment coupled
Load, unload, or merge loads between environments
Place backhauls in the correct door to be unloaded by the warehouse
Make sure all equipment is paired and ready for the next day's deliveries
Work with mechanics nightly
Great Yard Jockeys are crucial to the US FOODS® team and one of the important faces of our organization. Our Yard Jockeys strive for integrity and reliability while building trusting relationships with team members.
What you bring to the table
Must be at least 21 years of age
Minimum of six months CDL commercial driving experience preferred
Ability to operate manual transmission preferred; may be required in specific locations
Must be able to pass DOT physical.
Your efforts as a Yard Jockey are the foundation that defines US FOODS® success based on our pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service.
BECOME A US FOODS® TEAM MEMBER!
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