CDL Driver - Local

Graham Packaging Company • York, PA

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About The Position

As a Yard Jockey Specialist, you will assist operations in an active trailer yard, performing a variety of duties including operating a spotter truck. Preferred candidates will have at least six months of commercial driving experience in a vehicle of similar size, weight, and controls as a terminal tractor and proficiency in backing trailers into dock doors and parking slips; demonstrate strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills; good communication with diverse audiences; ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment; and a commitment to building strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues, outside vendors, and customers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Experience in Microsoft Office applications
• Must be flexible for daily overtime and varying schedules as needed
• Must have a valid driver’s license and Company background check
• Must complete Company website yard driver training
• Have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or ability to obtain CDL (Graham Packaging to pay for license)

Nice To Haves

• Preferred candidates will have at least two years commercial driving experience in a vehicle of similar size, weight, and controls as a terminal tractor and proficiency in backing trailers into dock doors and parking slips; demonstrate strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills; good communication with diverse audiences; ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment; and a commitment to building strong, collaborative relationships with colleagues and outside vendors.

Responsibilities

• Correspond with multiple shipping companies and demonstrate comprehensive understanding of shipping systems, requirements, rules and obligations to support yard organization and minimize delays.
• Conduct daily coordination with fulfillment center operations departments, transportation peers and carriers to ensure all trailers arrive and depart on time with zero defects.
• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the trailer yard through meticulous attention to detail and daily yard audits.
• Consolidate data from multiple sources to support daily workflow and business needs.
• Operate spotter truck, moving trailers between trailer yard and dock doors and logging all trailer moves to maintain accurate yard inventory.
• Utilize truck and company trailers to deliver bottles to offsite customer.
• Support production by following all safety measures and policies and demonstrating safe behavior

Benefits

• Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance.
• Employees are able to enroll in the company’s 401K Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness Program.
• Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED