Yard Jockey – FT

PRP LOGISTICS LLC•Dallas, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

US 1 Shorthaul is seeking a Yard Jockey (Spotter / Switcher) for a full-time, non-exempt (hourly) position. This role involves moving trailers in and out of docks using yard goats, performing drop and hook operations, conducting yard audits, and completing pre- and post-trip inspections. The position requires adherence to safety guidelines within the yard and may include other duties assigned by management. This is a home-daily position with no Over-The-Road (OTR) travel or freight handling involved.

Requirements

Experience backing 48' to 53' trailers (including to dock doors and in tight spaces)
Minimum of 12 months of over the road or trailer spotting verifiable experience in the last 3 years
Minimum MVR requirements met
No preventable DOT accidents within the past 3 years
No application falsifications, application must include 10-year verifiable employment history with no gaps in employment
This position must pass pre-hire background and drug test
No drug related charges, past failed drug screens, past refused drug screens, and no SAP programs
No felony convictions within the past 7 years
Clearinghouse query consent
PSP below 90
Understanding and communicating in the English language is a requirement

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL (preferred)

Responsibilities

Correctly move trailers in and out of dock with yard goats
Responsible for drop and hook
Accurately perform yard audits at end of shift
Proper pre- and post-trip inspections and submitting reports indicating truck conditions
Adhere to guidelines of safety-sensitive functions pertaining to job responsibilities within yard
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management