Class A Yard Jockey - Sunday - Thursday 5:00pm - 4:30am

ALLEN DISTRIBUTION•Independence, MO

3d•$26 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for safely and efficiently transporting customer product via tractor trailer. The role contributes to the long-term success of the organization by adhering to company values and business practices, including safety first, delivering on commitments with a positive attitude, treating everyone with respect and dignity, operating with high business ethics, being a good corporate citizen, valuing professional relationships, and striving for a continuous improvement culture. The company expects employees to perform in a manner that ensures long-term success, demonstrating flexibility, reliability, a positive attitude, willingness to learn, initiative, high quality of work, ability to follow directions, professional communication, and appropriate appearance.

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.
A 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 sit or stand for long periods of time.
A 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.
Ability to read and understand work instructions from dispatch.
Ability to work and understand electronic communication including but not limited to in cab communication and e-logs.
Understand regional geography, reading maps, following directions and making effective and efficient travel route decisions.
Ability to perform an effective pre or post trip inspections, communicate findings to Dispatch or Maintenance teams for effective resolution.
Ensure assigned loads are picked up and delivered as scheduled.
Ability to communicate immediately to Dispatch scheduled delivery time is at risk.
Ability to communicate any service non-conformance to Dispatch.
Communicates with Dispatch when loads are complete and ready for next assignment.
Communicates with Dispatch prior to end of day, if anything else is required.
Stays on scheduled throughout the day, taking required breaks but no excessive breaks or time from scheduled travel.
Communicates their recommendations for improvements in all areas of responsibility.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently transport customer product via tractor trailer.
Contribute to the long-term success of the organization.
Perform a wide variety of job tasks and transition between tasks effectively (multi-task).
Arrive prepared for work and complete work in a timely, accurate, and consistent manner.
Plan and schedule time off in advance with supervisor or manager.
Avoid unscheduled days off which will result in attendance points.
Maintain a "Whatever it Takes" attitude and inspire others.
Approach new tasks with an interest to learn and adapt to changing job task requirements.
Seek out additional work when job tasks are completed and go above and beyond required tasks.
Participate in department meetings.
Display pride in assigned truck and related equipment, and be on time for loading and delivery appointments.
Secure cargo appropriately to protect from damage and theft.
Maintain high standards and safety despite pressing deadlines.
Follow all written and verbal instructions provided by management.
Share all information in a professional and factual manner.
Report all issues to your manager/supervisor.
Maintain an appropriate appearance and dress in accordance with established dress code guidelines.
Maintain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
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.
Apply a solid knowledge of all safety and regulatory requirements of operating a Class 8, commercial vehicle.
Work and communicate effectively with Shippers and Consignees.
Lift 50lbs, climb in and out of truck cabs and trailers, and sit or stand for long periods of time.
Abide by DOT regulations 100% of the time.
Understand and follow Allen Distribution policies and procedures 100% of the time.
Report immediately to Dispatch any unsafe acts or equipment that may cause injury or damage to others.
Communicate effectively with customers as required.
Resolve issues promptly and/or request assistance from Dispatch Operations.
Read and understand work instructions from dispatch.
Work with and understand electronic communication including in-cab communication and e-logs.
Understand regional geography, read maps, follow directions, and make effective and efficient travel route decisions.
Perform effective pre or post trip inspections and communicate findings to Dispatch or Maintenance teams.
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.
Communicate with Dispatch when loads are complete and ready for the next assignment.
Communicate with Dispatch prior to the end of the day if anything else is required.
Stay on schedule throughout the day, taking required breaks but no excessive breaks or time from scheduled travel.
Communicate recommendations for improvements in all areas of responsibility.