Yard Jockey-Full Time

PRP LOGISTICS LLC • Byhalia, MS

59d • $22 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

US 1 Shorthaul is seeking a Yard Jockey 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 and may involve other duties assigned by management. This is a home-daily position with no Over The Road (OTR) travel or freight handling required.

Requirements

• Experience backing 48' to 53' trailers (including in tight spaces and to dock doors)
• Minimum of 12 months of over the road or trailer spotting, verifiable experience in the last 3 years
• This position must pass pre-hire background and drug test
• Minimum 18 months, verifiable Yard Jockey experience the past 5 years, of which 12 months must be within the past 3 years that is similar experience

Nice To Haves

• Possess a team-player attitude
• Ability to read, understand, and demonstrate safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to request and complete trailer moves in the Yard Management System (YMS)
• Attention to detail

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

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Program
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Employer paid AD&D Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed