Yard Jockey (CDL-A Training Opportunity)
About The Position
Clemens Food Group is hiring a dependable, safety-focused Yard Jockey to support its transportation operations. The role provides hands-on experience with trailer movements, yard operations, equipment inspections, and transportation coordination. Candidates interested in a future commercial driving career may be considered for transfer into the company's internal CDL-A Apprentice Training Program after six months, depending on their standing, attendance, performance, applicable requirements, and approval. Transfer is not automatic or guaranteed. The position supports connections between production, cold storage, and transportation operations. The Yard Jockey helps ensure trailers are ready when needed, refrigerated trailer temperatures are properly maintained, operations run efficiently, and coworkers are supported. Work takes place in an active, fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly, and requires outdoor work in varying weather conditions. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Employees are subject to pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug screen. Clemens Food Group provides equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Requirements
- Ability to safely operate yard tractors and related equipment.
- Commitment to following safety procedures and completing equipment inspections.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Attention to detail when handling trailers, equipment, and documentation.
- A team-oriented approach and willingness to support coworkers.
- Dependable attendance and punctuality.
- Accountability, initiative, and willingness to learn.
- Ability to meet performance expectations and follow company procedures.
Nice To Haves
- Previous Yard Jockey or trailer spotting experience.
- CDL-A or commercial vehicle experience; not required.
- Heavy industrial equipment operation experience.
- Warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or logistics experience.
- Familiarity with refrigerated trailers or cold storage operations.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate yard tractors to move, spot, and stage trailers throughout company property.
- Position trailers at loading docks based on production and shipping priorities.
- Set and verify refrigerated trailer temperatures.
- Track loaded, empty, refrigerated, and dry trailers.
- Perform daily yard checks and communicate trailer locations and statuses.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections.
- Identify equipment issues and coordinate with Garage and Transportation teams.
- Communicate with coworkers and supervisors using handheld radios.
- Maintain accurate records of trailer movements and daily activities.
- Help support on-time departures and established operational performance goals.
- Assist route drivers and other team members when needed.
- Follow company procedures and demonstrate safe, consistent equipment operating habits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
