Yard Jockey - FT Worth

Fort Worth Carrier Corporation•Fort Worth, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Fort Worth Carrier Corporation has an immediate full-time position available for an experienced yard hostler at the distribution center of a major retailer located in Fort Worth, Tx. This is a full-time permanent position with great benefits. The work schedule is weekdays Mon-Fri generally, but distribution center hours vary and require coverage during operational hours. Hostlers/Switchers provide safe professional service and represent Fort Worth Carrier Corporation in the best possible public image. They move and transfer merchandise trailers, which includes transporting, organizing, ensuring safety, communication, performing other routine duties, and reporting incidents timely. Transporting merchandise requires hostlers/switchers to be skilled in the operation of a yard truck, while documenting all movements in the electronic data system provided. Last minute trailer changes may be necessary based on the needs of the company and the rapidly changing demands of the organization.

Requirements

Requires a Class C License.
Must be able to pass Physical and drug/alcohol screen.
Stable and verifiable work history with at least 1 year yard truck experience required.
Night driving vision is required.
Reliable transportation to and from work is a must.
Functional communications devices (IE telephone, mobile phone, etc.) are required for all Hostlers/Switchers for communication.

Nice To Haves

Ability to organize and prioritize
Ability to navigate obstacles to dock trailers as required
Ability to blindside park
Ability to read and communicate with English verbal skills
Ability to meet deadlines and maintain schedule
Ability to communicate with 2 way radio transmission

Responsibilities

Daily movement of trailers around the yard
Daily docking of trailers into dock doors as required
Drop and hook trailers at predetermined locations on the yard based on contents
Moving trailers in a confined environment
Organize trailers on the lot Ready Line
Continual movement of trailers to ensure optimum space is utilized
Move converter dollies as required
Visual check of trailers lights, tire pressure, airline pressure, trailer seals and locks
Ensure trailer doors are securely closed and locked
Secure trailer king pin for transport, releasing king pin for trailer drop
Initiate repair requests, note damages and include use of red tags if necessary
Verify trailer status prior to moving
Communicate safety concerns immediately
Communicate damage and breakdowns timely
Proficient and efficient communications with dispatch and receiving office to determine trailer movements
Performs routine fueling for yard trucks
Requires use of electronic data systems
Capable to recognize, process, read and enter numerical information
Accurately and efficiently operate and update yard management computer system