TMP Yard Jockey

Akima, LLC•Lusby, MD

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Motor Pool Yard Dog (Yard Jockey) is a logistics and fleet operations role focused on level 10 maintenance, moving, organizing, and maintaining care of the transportation motor pool area. This position ensures that area and surrounding bus equipment is safe, and in the right place to support transportation operations.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent.
Proficiency in motor pool operations, and familiarity with motorized equipment.
Ability to pass Pre-Employment Drug Test and Background Screening.
Ability to receive a favorable TIER-1 investigation result, obtain and maintain a CAC.
Applicant must possess a REAL ID-compliant, state-issued driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver’s License with P and X endorsement preferred.
Previous Rail Operations Experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Consistently communicate with bus dispatchers, schedulers, and TMP supervisors for updated rotating duties and responsibilities.
Understand the logistics role that may blend driving (where applicable), equipment maintenance, and fleet coordination to maintain operations moving smoothly.
Conduct safety checks on assigned vehicles and equipment on a rotational basis.
Assist in vehicle servicing, fueling, and minor repairs as needed.
Work closely with dispatchers, schedulers, and TMP supervisors to ensure buses and other vehicles are operational.
Work closely with bus drivers to ensure buses are operational and topped off with fluids, and maintenance conditions prior to operations, and continuously throughout the day.
Maintain clean, clear, and organized motor pool operating areas.
Discuss the condition of equipment and parts with TMP Operations Supervisor, under the guidance of Transportation manager.
Regularly check yard vehicles, and subsequent safety equipment for deficient items.
Operate yard equipment, when necessary, to effectively position GSA fleet and buses within the yard, using spatial awareness to navigate tight spaces.
Other duties as assigned.