1st Shift Yard Jockey; CDL Ellabell

Position: 1st Shift Yard Jockey (CDL Required) - $22/hr - Ellabell
# 1st Shift Yard Jockey (CDL Required) - $22/hr## Ellabell, GA Starting at $22##

Job Description ##

Job Summary The Yard Jockey is responsible for the safe and efficient movement of trailers within the distribution center yard, ensuring timely positioning for loading and unloading operations. This role is focused primarily on on-site trailer spotting, yard organization, dock support, equipment inspections, and coordination with warehouse operations. The Yard Jockey helps maintain a safe, organized, and efficient yard while supporting overall distribution center productivity.

The position may also assist with warehouse operations and material handling duties as needed.
** SHIFT SCHEDULE & WAGE
*** Monday-Thursday from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
* Starting wage is $22.00/hr and a potential of up to $0.88 in raises every 6 months

We only accept W-2 candidates, H-1B sponsorship is not available.## Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Safely operate yard tractors to move trailers between dock doors, staging areas and trailer storage locations.
* Transport full and empty trailers throughout the distribution center campus to support operational needs.
* Jockey trailers between dock doors and storage areas within the distribution center yard.
* Ensure trailers are properly positioned, secured, and chocked for safe loading and unloading.
* Maintain an organized yard by strategically placing trailers and containers to maximize operational efficiency.
* Coordinate trailer movements with warehouse personnel, receiving teams, shipping teams, and leadership.
* Conduct inspections of tractors, trailers, and yard equipment; report maintenance needs promptly.
* Inspect trailers for cleanliness, damage, and readiness for use, reporting any unsafe conditions immediately.
* Ensure cargo and equipment are properly secured when required.
* Adhere to all company safety procedures and applicable federal, state, and DOT regulations.
* Report incidents, equipment damage, hazards, and safety concerns to leadership immediately.
* Meet performance expectations regarding safety, efficiency, accuracy, and quality of work.
* Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
* Work closely with team members and leadership to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly operational goals.
* Support warehouse operations as needed, including material handling activities and equipment operation if trained and authorized.
* Flex into other departments and perform additional duties as assigned to support the overall operation.###

Physical Requirements
* Work is performed while standing and/or walking, up to and including 12 hours/day.
* Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
* Requires the regular use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
* Requires regular bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, and reaching.
* Requires the ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 75lbs.## Working Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. Occasional activities may involve exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and…