Shop Helper/Yard Jockey- Johnstown, NY

TRANSPORT REFRIGERATION INC • City of Johnstown, NY

9d • $26 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Transport Refrigeration Services is hiring a Shop Helper for its fleet service shop in Johnstown, New York. The role involves cleaning trailers, moving and backing semi-trailers, fueling company equipment, and maintaining clean shop areas. Candidates should be self-motivated, hardworking, safety-conscious, and team-focused, with the ability to work varied schedules and overtime when needed. The position requires an unrestricted driver’s license, completion of a 40-hour Yard Truck Driving Course, and completion of a Forklift Certification Course.

Requirements

• Be flexible to work varied schedules and overtime when needed.
• Maintain a professional appearance and a respectful, team-focused attitude.
• Have a strong work ethic and motivation to complete work correctly.
• Pass a post-offer pre-employment background check and drug screen.
• Be committed to workplace safety.
• Have basic computer skills for work orders and time tracking.
• Be proficient in safely operating a yard truck, forklift, and shop truck.
• Hold an unrestricted driver’s license.
• Successfully complete a 40-hour Yard Truck Driving Course.
• Successfully complete a Forklift Certification Course.

Nice To Haves

• Previous truck driving or yard jockey/spotter experience.

Responsibilities

• Wash trailers inside and outside for external customers.
• Move and back up semi-trailers using the yard truck.
• Maintain a clean shop, wash bay, and fuel island.
• Fuel company equipment.
• Operate various vehicles and machinery.
• Follow all company and customer policies.
• Handle additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options.
• Employer contributions to a Health Savings Account on a bi-weekly basis.
• Employer-paid basic life and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match after one year.
• Paid time off that starts accruing on day one.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed