Yard Jockey - CDL A

US Foods • Houston, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

US Foods is seeking a Yard Jockey to join their warehouse team. This role is crucial for maintaining the flow of equipment and loads within the facility. The Yard Jockey will communicate with dispatch, move trailers, load/unload, stage equipment, and prepare trailers for backhauls. This position requires attention to detail, the ability to work independently and with mechanics, and adherence to company policies and meetings. The role is based in Houston, TX, with a schedule of Monday-Friday starting at 3:00 PM, with overtime as required.

Requirements

• Register to the FMCSA Clearinghouse
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have valid CDL Class A issued by the state of legal residence with necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications
• Must be able to read and communicate in the English language - able to hold a conversation, to understand highway traffic signs and signals, to respond to official inquiries, and to enter information on reports and records

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of six months commercial driving experience preferred
• Ability to operate manual transmission preferred; may be required in specific locations

Responsibilities

• Communicate with Dispatcher/Router for truck/trailer and door assignments
• Keep assigned equipment coupled
• Move trailers between buildings as directed by Router or Warehouse Supervisor
• Load, unload, or merge loads between environments
• Stage shuttle trailers nightly for shuttle drivers
• Set up trailers for backhaul with tractor and empty pallets
• Place backhauls in correct door to be unloaded by warehouse
• Make sure all equipment is paired and ready for next day's deliveries
• Work with mechanics nightly
• Attend all required company meetings
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401K
• life insurance
• strong safety culture
• health insurance
• pre-tax spending accounts
• retirement benefits
• paid time off
• short-term and long-term disability
• employee stock purchase plan

What This Job Offers

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