Yard Jockey- Receiving

Lifetime Brands • Hagerstown, MD

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Working independently and exercising judgment, a yard jockey will be responsible for moving trailers to and from loading docks, perform safety checks, maintain paperwork, in addition to moving material around the facility.

Requirements

• High School or equivalent
• 3-5 years’ experience in the field or in a related area
• CDL Class A license that has an accident free record, with at least one year driving experience.
• May be required to be certified on: Electric Jack, forklifts, Turret, etc.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, bend, reach, pull and push for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to listen and communicate effectively and have the ability to follow specific instructions where high levels of accuracy and standards are already in place.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given

Nice To Haves

• Computer experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Responsible for operating gasoline or diesel powered tractor trailer combination bringing trailer to loading docks to be unloaded
• Responsible for performing safety checks on the trailer including but not limited to lights, tires, locks, doors, etc. ensuring that the trailer is secure to be loaded and unloaded
• Assists other workers in loading and unloading trailers, while maintaining all paperwork for trailer and describing trailer contents
• Maintains contact with dispatchers in order to receive delivery or pick up instructions or to receive notice of changes in scheduled delivery or pick up
• Required to report any and all instances where functions were not performed accurately and recommend corrective measures.
• Follow all safety regulations required by OSHA and Company
• Required to move material around the DC including hand deliveries to other areas within the warehouse
• May be required to assist or work on projects that may come up within the DC
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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