Class A Yard Jockey/Forklift Operator - 1st Shift - Sun - Thurs

Transportation•Carlisle, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Class A Yard Jockey/Forklift Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently transporting trailers from the yard to the dock and dock to yard. This role also involves using power equipment to load and unload product, and safely handling, stacking, and counting product. The position requires a strong commitment to safety, reliability, and a positive attitude, aligning with the company's values of integrity, customer commitment, respect, ethical business practices, corporate citizenship, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Ability to maintain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Willingness to drive a Class A tractor trailer on commercial routes in Pennsylvania, New York, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and all other states within our operating area.
Solid knowledge of all safety and regulatory requirements of operating a Class 8, commercial vehicle.
Ability to work and communicate effectively with Shippers and Consignees.
Must be able to lift 50lbs.
Must be able to climb in and out of truck cabs and trailers.
Must be able to secure trailer loads.
Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.
Solid knowledge of DOT regulations and the ability to abide by such regulations 100% of the time.
Ability to understand and follow Allen Distribution policies and procedures 100% of the time.
Report immediately to Dispatch and/or management any unsafe acts or equipment that may cause injury or damage to others.
Communicate effectively with customers professionally at all times.
Able to resolve issues promptly and/or request assistance from Dispatch and/or management as needed.
Ability to read and understand work instructions from dispatch or shipping office personnel.
Ability to work and understand electronic communication including but not limited to in cab communication, smart sheet trailer moves, and e-logs.
Understand regional geography, reading maps, following directions and making effective and efficient travel route decisions.

Nice To Haves

Forklift operation experience.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently transport trailers from yard to dock and dock to yard.
Use power equipment to load and unload product.
Safely unload, load, transport, locate, stack, and count product.
Perform pre or post-trip inspections and communicate findings.
Maintain the inside appearance of the truck, including removing trash.
Ensure assigned loads are picked up and delivered as scheduled.
Communicate immediately to Dispatch if a scheduled delivery time is at risk.
Communicate any service non-conformance to Dispatch.
Prioritize trailer move requests and communicate any issues to Dispatch/shipping office.
Communicate with Dispatch/shipping office when loads are complete and ready for the next assignment.
Communicate with Dispatch/shipping office prior to the end of the day if anything else is required.
Provide cross-over to shift counterpart if applicable.
Stay on schedule throughout the day, taking required breaks but avoiding excessive breaks or time away from scheduled travel between buildings.
Communicate recommendations for improvements in all areas of responsibility.