Yard Jockey (CDL-B)
About The Position
The Yard Jockey is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a yard truck/tractor to move product (Tractor Trailer) in and out of work areas while manufacturing is ongoing. This role involves operating the truck within the production area and bays, transporting product to and from work areas and storage locations. The position also requires engaging and disengaging tractor trailers, performing safety and maintenance checks on the equipment, and maintaining a clean work area. When there are no trailers to maneuver, the Yard Jockey will report to and work in the warehouse.
Requirements
- Must have a valid CDL-B License
- Demonstrate the ability to successfully complete company designated safe mobile equipment operation requirements.
- Demonstrate the ability to interpret and understand both verbal and written forms of communication including necessary information regarding production and safety.
- Continued demonstration of the ability to work individually or as a member of a team.
- Ability to communicate in various forms of communication (Radio-In person- handwritten documents)
- Ability to work assigned shifts.
Nice To Haves
- Previous yard jockey or tractor trailer operation experience is preferred.
- Experience or knowledge in tractor trailer building or service & repair is preferred.
- Experience in manufacturing or mechanical related field is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform and abide by safety policies and procedures.
- Safe and efficient operation of yard truck/tractor.
- Operate mobile tractor/truck safely moving product (Tractor Trailer) in and out of work while manufacturing is still ongoing.
- Operate mobile tractor/truck in and out of production area/bays transporting tractor trailer product to and from work area and to and from storage/inventory areas.
- Engage and disengage tractor trailer product to and from mobile tractor/truck.
- Drive and operate mobile tractor/Truck under 15 mph in and around production area and storage locations while on asphalt, concrete, and gravel surfaces in an active environment.
- Maintain awareness and thorough knowledge of on-hand inventory and location of product.
- Communicate with inventory management and production management regarding location and movement of production needs.
- Perform Safety and Maintenance checks of mobile Tractor/Truck equipment before start, during operation, and end of use.
- Clean and keep organized the area in which you work during and at the end of the shift.
- Work in the warehouse when there are no trailers to be maneuvered.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
