Yard Jockey
About The Position
The Yard Jockey operates yard equipment, including a yard dog and forklift, and moves trailers and other units around the yard and into or out of the shop. The role assists with loading and unloading, tire work, equipment upkeep, facility cleaning, and documenting completed trailer work with photographs for service advisors. The position requires adherence to company safety procedures and the ability to work any shift. The work takes place in an open shop environment and may involve varying weather and temperatures, including extreme heat, humidity, and cold. The position has physical demands that include standing for the full shift, lifting up to 50 pounds, and frequent bending, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, climbing, and twisting. Required personal protective equipment includes items such as a hard hat, steel-toed safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, safety glasses, and goggles.
Requirements
- Valid CDL license, valid DOT medical certification card, and a clean DMV driving record.
- Maintain a clean driving record.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Excellent customer service, communication, and people skills, and the ability to be a team player.
- Ability to work on multiple tasks with varying deadlines.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work any shift.
Responsibilities
- Operate yard equipment, including a yard dog and forklift.
- Maneuver and back trailers into loading docks and assist with loading and unloading products.
- Assist with facility maintenance, including emptying trash bins, sweeping, discarding materials, and performing normal cleaning duties.
- Perform basic repairs on the yard mule as needed and keep it clean.
- Follow safety protocols, including safety checks to secure trailers and safe, professional operation of equipment.
- Perform preventative maintenance on equipment, tools, and machinery to keep them clean and in good working condition.
- Keep the yard neat and orderly and move units as directed.
- Move trailers into and out of the shop for technicians.
- Take photos of trailers upon completion and provide them to the service advisor for the customer.
- Dismount and mount tires for shop jobs.
- Take special precautions while driving.
- Follow good housekeeping standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
- Follow company safety policies and procedures and immediately report accidents to a manager or supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
