Lead Yard Jockey - Day
PRP LOGISTICS LLC• Baltimore, MD, US, MD
•$0 - $24•Onsite
About The Position
US 1 Shorthaul is seeking a Lead Yard Jockey (Spotter / Switcher) for their operations. This full-time, non-exempt (hourly) position involves moving trailers in and out of docks using yard goats, performing drop and hook operations, conducting yard audits, and completing pre- and post-trip inspections. The role requires adherence to safety guidelines within the yard and may involve other duties assigned by management. This position offers the benefit of being home daily with no Over-The-Road (OTR) or freight handling responsibilities.
Requirements
- Experience backing 48' to 53' trailers (including to dock doors and in tight spaces)
- Minimum 18 months, verifiable over-the-road experience in the past 5 years, of which 12 months must be within the past 3 years that is similar experience
- May substitute local for over-the-road experience
- This position must pass pre-hire background and drug test
- Minimum MVR requirements met
- No preventable DOT accidents within the past 3 years
- No application falsifications, application must include 10-year verifiable employment history with no gaps in employment
- No drug related charges, past failed drug screens, past refused drug screens, and no SAP programs
- No felony convictions within the past 7 years
- Class A CDL (required)
- Clearinghouse query consent
- PSP below 90
- Possess a team-player attitude
- Ability to read, understand, and demonstrate safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals
- Ability to request and complete trailer moves in the Yard Management System (YMS)
- Attention to detail
- Understanding and communicating in the English language is a requirement
Responsibilities
- Correctly move trailers in and out of dock with yard goats
- Responsible for drop and hook
- Accurately perform yard audits at end of shift
- Proper pre- and post-trip inspections and submitting reports indicating truck conditions
- Adhere to guidelines of safety-sensitive functions pertaining to job responsibilities within yard
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management
Benefits
- Weekly Pay
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Healthcare Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
- Prescription Drug Benefits
- 24-Hour NurseLine
- 24/7 Virtual Doctor Visit
- Employer paid Life Insurance
- Employer paid AD&D Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Benefits
- Accident Benefits
- Critical Illness Benefits
- Wellness Screening Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Online Will Preparation Service
- Employee Discounts through LifeMart
- Identity Theft Protection
- Global Emergency Services
- Fuel Card (for driving positions)
- Safety Equipment Provided
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
