Yard Jockey Non-CDL
About The Position
US Foods is a leading foodservice industry company committed to continuous growth and development. They are one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs, and a continuous improvement focus. The Non-CDL Yard Jockey role is crucial to the US Foods team, involving the movement and staging of trailers and equipment to support daily deliveries and warehouse operations. Drivers are expected to uphold integrity and reliability, while building trusting relationships with customers. US Foods is committed to Total Rewards that respect and reward associates for their dedication and hard work. The company also provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities for the interview process or to perform essential job functions.
Requirements
- Ability to lift/carry/push/pull 20 to 80+ lbs. of product repetitively during each shift required
- Comfortable driving and working in inclement weather conditions
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must have valid driver's license issued by state of residence
- Must be able to pass DOT physical.
- Must be able to read and communicate in the English language - able to hold a conversation, to understand highway traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and to enter information on reports and records.
- Registering to the FMCSA Clearinghouse is a requirement by the Department of Transportation. All Drivers are required to the Clearinghouse website and register to the new database.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of six months Non-CDL commercial driving experience preferred
- Ability to operate manual transmission preferred; may be required in specific locations
Responsibilities
- Communicate with Dispatcher/Router for truck/trailer and door assignments
- Keep assigned equipment coupled
- Move trailers between buildings as directed by Router or Warehouse Supervisor
- Load, unload or merge loads between environments
- Stage shuttle trailers nightly for shuttle drivers
- Set up trailers for backhaul with tractor and empty pallets
- Place backhauls in correct door to be unloaded by warehouse
- Make sure all equipment is paired and ready for next day's deliveries.
- Work with mechanics nightly
- Must attend all required company meetings.
- All other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- 401K
- life insurance
- strong safety culture
- excellent local leadership
- excellent training programs
- continuous improvement focus
- Total Rewards that respect and reward our associates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
