Yard Jockey (non-CDL)

US Foods•Fairburn, GA

6d•$26 - $31

About The Position

Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry? We are looking for a Yard Jockey who relishes the chance to push their potential, grow and reap the rewards of joining the US FOODS® family. WORK SCHEDULE: M-F, 3am until complete Starting Pay: 26.47/hr We help YOU make it! US FOODS® is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs, and a continuous improvement focus. BENEFITS START DAY ONE: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave. Main Ingredients of the Job As a US FOODS® Yard Jockey you will be critical to the US FOODS® team. You will be responsible for moving trailers to and from dock doors based on instructions from supervisors or the shipping office while following all regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures. Always ensure cleanliness and adequate fueling of trailers. 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. Great Yard Jockeys are crucial to the US FOODS® team and one of the important faces of our organization. Our Yard Jockeys strive for integrity and reliability while building trusting relationships with team members. What you bring to the table Your efforts as a Yard Jockey are the foundation that defines US FOODS® success based on our pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service. Stay updated by following US Foods on any of our social media platforms at the bottom of the page!

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have a valid driver's license issued by the state of residence
Must be able to pass DOT physical

Nice To Haves

Minimum of six months CDL commercial driving experience preferred
Ability to operate manual transmission preferred; may be required in specific locations

Responsibilities

Moving trailers to and from dock doors based on instructions from supervisors or the shipping office
Following all regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures
Ensuring cleanliness and adequate fueling of trailers
Communicating with Dispatcher/Router for truck/trailer and door assignments
Keeping assigned equipment coupled
Moving trailers between buildings as directed by Router or Warehouse Supervisor
Loading, unloading or merging loads between environments
Staging shuttle trailers nightly for shuttle drivers
Setting up trailers for backhaul with tractor and empty pallets
Placing backhauls in correct door to be unloaded by warehouse
Making sure all equipment is paired and ready for next day's deliveries
Working with mechanics nightly
Attending all required company meetings
All other duties as assigned