Jockey Operator

UFP Industries•Butner, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Jockey Truck Driver organizes trailers on-site using a Yard Jockey truck and may operate a forklift for part of the time. The role safely stages shipping loads in various weather conditions, assists production with loading and unloading, maintains and inspects equipment, handles shipping documents and paperwork, and communicates with the base or supervisor about trailers and loads to be moved. The employee must follow company rules and forklift policies, complete required training, and participate in safety programs and meetings.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have completed a minimum of 12th-grade basic education.
At least 6 months of experience driving a commercial vehicle or yard jockey truck is required.
Working knowledge of vehicle parts and how to handle minor repairs to keep equipment in proper operating condition.
Must successfully complete the forklift driver licensing process within 4 months of hire.
A CDL license is required.
Must be able to pass a driving test or skills evaluation in a yard jockey truck.

Responsibilities

Safely drive within the facility and stage shipping loads in various weather conditions.
Complete daily equipment inspection sheets.
Load and unload trucks as needed to assist with production.
Inspect equipment to ensure safe operating conditions.
Secure loads or inspect them to ensure they are properly secured.
Perform duties consistent with applicable company rules.
Conduct preventive maintenance on the truck and keep it clean.
Maintain required shipping documents and verify them for accuracy.
Maintain radio contact with the base or supervisor to receive instructions about trailers and loads to be moved.
Complete required paperwork.
Operate a forklift to load or unload trailers when required.
Follow company forklift rules and policies.
Complete training as required by management.
Participate in safety programs and meetings.
Perform other duties as required.