Yard Dog Operator

Job Summary The Jockey Truck Driver is responsible for the organization of trailers on-site using the Yard Jockey truck. The position may require the use of a forklift for a percentage of the time.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities Safely drives in the facility staging shipping loads in various weather conditions

Completes daily equipment inspection sheets

Loads and unloads trucks as needed to assist with production

Inspects equipment to ensure safe operating conditions

Secures load and/or inspects load to ensure it has been properly secured

Performs duties consistent with all applicable Company rules

Conducts preventive maintenance to the truck and ensures it is clean

Maintains appropriate shipping documents as required

Maintains radio contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions on trailers/loads to be moved

Verifies shipping documents for accuracy

Completes paperwork as required

May operate a forklift to load/unload trailers as required

Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy

Completes training as required by management

Participates in safety programs and meetings

Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age Minimum 12th-grade basic education completedA minimum of 6 months of experience driving a commercial vehicle or yard jockey truck is required

Working knowledge of vehicle parts, and how to handle minor repairs to ensure equipment is in proper operating conditions

Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process within 4 months of hireCDL license is not a requirement for this position

Ability to pass a driving test/skills evaluation in a yard jockey truck

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.