Yard Jockey

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Full Time Operations Pendergrass, GA, US

5 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $26.50 To $26.50 Hourly

Gold Star Foods is a leading nutritional food distributor for K-12 schools in the United States and we know that it’s our people who make the difference! We are seeking CDL A Yard Jockey to join our team in Richmond, Virginia. This integral position within the organization works closely with our shipping and transportation teamsin a friendly, professional manner, to ensure trucks are working and properly loaded.

• Sundays - Thursdays (occasional Fridays)
• Night Shift Start Times: 1pm weekdays until loading is complete, and 9am Sunday(schedule subject to change)
• Average: 50-55 hours in a 5-day work week
• Review nightly schedule and ensure initial trailer placement is correct.
• Ensure initial temp settings on the refer units are correct.
• Follow prescribed nightly equipment location diagram.
• Perform periodic temp checks on trailers throughout the night.
• Perform minor repair duties as needed.
• Shuttle required equipment to designated locations as per schedule and Supervisor needs.
• Report any equipment malfunctions to Supervisor.
• Operate an industrial truck to move materials and product
• Take inventory of trailers in the yard
• Move trailers to and from repair shops as needed
• Other responsibilities as assigned
• Coordinate with shipping team to ensure trucks are at dock to be loaded as needed
• Consistent, on-time attendance is a key responsibility
• Complies with all DOT rules and regulations

Required Skills:

• Organizational and strategic thinking skills
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and exercise good judgement
• Ability to follow safety regulations and check mechanics of the vehicle
• Capacity to sit for extended periods of time
• Capacity to lift up to 50 pounds throughout the day
• Ability to work overtime

Qualifications:

• Valid Class A Driver’s License with 1 year of commercial driving experience
• Must B at least 21 years of age
• Current DOT Medical Certificate
• Clean MVR
• Able to pass pre-employment drug and background screenings

Competitive Pay and Benefits:

• $26.50 per hour
• up to 9 Paid Holidays
• Competitive Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company match
• Time off (up to 12 weeks) available during summers and school holidays

Do you have a Class A CDL and a clean driving record?