The Yard Jockey is responsible for jockeying trailers under the direction of a supervisor or foreman, loading trucks as needed, and performing other assigned duties. This role involves preparing for the day by completing vehicle condition reports (VCRs) for the jockey truck and forklift, and organizing/cleaning the work area. The jockey will move trailers between the lot and dock doors, assist with moving raw material loads, and install/remove trailer stands. Additionally, the role includes trailer loading, which involves reviewing bills of lading (BOL), completing final certifications for outbound loads, identifying out-of-stock items, wrapping partial pallets, processing paperwork in the National Inventory System (NIS) or handing it to a supervisor, and staging pallets or loading trucks. Finally, the position requires completing partial pallets, putting away mixed pallets, and maintaining proper housekeeping standards in the work area.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED