CDL A Yard Jockey

Oklahoma City OK

Full time

R283404

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE ($47185.htmld)

** BECOME A US FOODS® YARD JOCKEY CDL DRIVER!*
* ** Ready to build a career with a company that's leading the food service industry?*
* ** We help YOU make it!*
* ** Our Yard Jockey CDL Drivers start at $24.75 per hour, with top earners making up to $26.16 per hour!*
* Join a team that values safety, reliability, and hard work. At US Foods®, you'll enjoy excellent training, opportunities for career growth, and a strong safety culture.

** Schedule & Location*
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* Location:

** Oklahoma City, OK

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* Schedule:

** Monday - Friday

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* Hours:

** 4:30 PM until work is completed.

Overtime may be required based on business needs.

** Benefits Day One*
* Benefits start on your first day!

Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, life insurance, and more.

** Position Overview*
* As a Yard Jockey CDL Driver at US Foods®, you'll help keep our distribution operations moving safely and efficiently by positioning trailers, preparing equipment, and supporting warehouse and transportation operations.

You'll work closely with dispatchers, routers, warehouse supervisors, and mechanics to ensure trailers and equipment are ready for daily deliveries and shuttle operations.

** Key Responsibilities*
* + Communicate with the Dispatcher/Router regarding truck, trailer, and dock door assignments.

+ Keep assigned equipment properly coupled and ready for use.

+ Move trailers between buildings as directed by the Router or Warehouse Supervisor.

+ Load, unload, or consolidate loads between trailers and operating areas.

+ Stage shuttle trailers nightly for Shuttle Drivers.

+ Prepare trailers for backhaul operations, including positioning tractors and empty pallets.

+ Position backhaul trailers at the appropriate dock doors for unloading.

+ Ensure equipment is properly paired, positioned, and ready for the following day's deliveries.

+ Coordinate with mechanics regarding equipment maintenance and operational needs.

+ Attend all required company meetings and training.

+ Follow applicable DOT regulations and US Foods® safety procedures.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

** Physical Requirements*
* + Ability to repetitively lift, carry, push, or pull 20 to 80+ pounds of product during each shift.

+ Comfortable driving and working in inclement weather conditions.

+ Ability to perform the physical duties associated with moving trailers and supporting warehouse operations.

** Qualifications*
* + Register with the FMCSA Clearinghouse.
* + Must be at least 21 years of age.

+ Must have a valid CDL Class A issued by the state of legal residence, with necessary endorsements and DOT qualifications.

+ Minimum of six months of Class A commercial driving experience preferred.

+ Ability to operate a manual transmission preferred; may be required in specific locations.

+ Must be able to read and communicate in English, including understanding highway traffic signs and signals, responding to official inquiries, and entering information on reports and records.

** About US FOODS®*
* US Foods® is one of the largest food distributors, with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs, and a continuous improvement focus.

Our drivers and transportation associates play an important role in keeping our operations running safely and efficiently.

At US Foods®, we're committed to Total Rewards that recognize and reward our associates for their dedication and hard work.

** We help YOU make it!*
* ** FMCSA Clearinghouse Requirement*
* * Registering with the FMCSA Clearinghouse is a requirement of the Department of Transportation. All drivers subject to the Clearinghouse requirements must register…