Spotter Driver/Jockey

Great Dane • Terre Haute, IN

11d

About The Position

THE ROLE At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team , the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry. The Position: Operates spotter truck moving trailers to and from the building and the security station for final inspection/ check out to the customer. When not needed to move trailers, the employee performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Employee must be able to drive safely and effectively on all staging area road and parking surfaces.
• Employee must be able to operate effectively in reverse backing a trailer into the bay area (inside building) and into stage area parking.
• Employee must be able to read trailer numbers and other documentation.
• Employee must be able to perform and remember how to perform multiple tasks from day to day.
• Employee must be able to perform the physical requirements listed in that section of this job description.
• Employee must look for potential cost savings in the work process, help keep scrap and waste to a minimum and be efficient in use of all supplies.
• Time standard is dependent on the process being performed, customer specification, volume, and location. The employee must perform the assigned tasks in a way they meet or exceed the required production level.
• The quantity of units moved will vary with the process being performed, customer specification, volume, and location.
• Spotter truck driver must ensure trailers are moved and parked properly (allowing enough room) without being damaged.
• Spotter truck driver must ensure trailers are parked in a safe manner for use by other employees.
• Must be able to perform work with little supervision.
• May be asked to assist in the training of new employees.
• Driver’s license is required.
• Knowledge of the operating functions of the spotter truck including coupling, decoupling, maneuvering, and parking trailers.
• Ability to move and park trailers indoors, outdoors and on a variety of driving surfaces (asphalt, concrete and gravel roadways, and parking).
• Ability to read whole numbers and letters to determine the proper trailer to be moved.
• Aptitude to learn and retain new information.
• Ability to follow instructions, given either verbally or in writing.
• Must pass driving test.
• Ability to stand and move about on concrete 8-12 hours a day.
• Ability to see, walk, bend, reach, grasp, stoop, kneel, twist, crawl, carry, climb (including ladders), work overhead, push and pull.
• Ability to do heavy lifting (up to 50 pounds) multiple times daily in an 8-to-12-hour shift.
• Ability to maneuver large parts and assemblies (up to 180 pounds) by pushing, pulling, and flipping them into place.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness.
• Employees must wear all mandated PPE which includes at least protection for the eyes, ears, hands, head, body and feet.

Nice To Haves

• GED or high school diploma is preferred.
• Truck, jockey, spotter, shag truck training or experience is required.
• At least one year of yard jockey experience (or equivalent) is preferred.
• A CDL (commercial driver's license) and at least one year of experience is required if road driving is necessary at the location.
• CDL (commercial driver's license) is required if road driving is necessary at the location.

Responsibilities

• Drives spotter truck to move trailers in and out of the building, around the staging areas and to the security station, observing all safety regulations.
• Performs inspection and miscellaneous service duties such as checking the oil, water, gasoline, and tire pressure daily.
• Reports any maintenance malfunctions.
• Keeps equipment and work area clean and orderly.
• Observes all safety and security procedures.
• Performs other routine duties as necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions.
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED