Yard Worker

Summary

The Yard Worker is responsible for all duties related to truck movement within
the yard. Primary duties would include shuttling trucks, jump starting trucks,
forklifting trucks, fueling trucks with diesel and DEF, staging equipment and
minor technical repairs/duties such as disconnecting and reconnecting battery
cables.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience with operating vehicle and heavy equipment in a transportation
environment preferred.
A valid driver's license is preferred but not required.
Become forklift certified through the ATS onsite training program.
Must be able to operate all yard related equipment.
Must be self- motivated, able to multi-task and work independently.
Must be a team player, amenable to a variety of work projects and work
conditions.
Good decision-making, problem-solving, attention to detail and customer
service skills (internal/external).
Experience using basic mechanic hand tools to make minor repairs on trailer
equipment.
Basic understanding of tractor/trailer air systems.
Working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and
Outlook).
Effective communication skills (written, listening and verbal).
Must be able to work a flexible work schedule when needed and work overtime
as needed.
Willing and able to travel infrequently, including overnight travel.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Move trucks and forklifts as needed.
Jumpstart trucks and stage them to proper repair areas.
Forklift trucks into the service/inspection bays as needed.
Fuel trucks with Diesel and DEF as needed and add fuel supplement when
instructed.
Remove trucks from the RGN's when applicable. Move all unmanned trucks
needing inspection to the designated inspection parking stalls.
Perform full truck and trailer inventory on a daily basis or more frequently
as needed.
Work closely with the Safety Lane Service Leader for daily instruction on
yard duties and setting priorities to be completed each day.
Ensure trucks are plugged into the outlets as needed and disconnect
batteries as needed when instructed.
Stage FS trucks for inspection when required and be able to communicate
effectively to the prep inspection supervisor when faced with unforeseen
challenges.
Work in conjunction with other yard staff to ensure forklifts are being
maintained and inspected daily.
Work in varying outdoor conditions including the extreme cold and hot
throughout the year.
Properly lockout tag out any trucks as needed.
Maintain a clean and organized yard. Move trucks and trailers as needed.
Assist drivers in the yard with the equipment as needed.
Stack and unstack trailers as needed.
Add/remove deck inserts, saddles, and goosenecks to multi-axle and Schnabel
trailers when requested.
Create steerable multi-axle trailers upon operations request by swapping out
trailer components and connecting air lines, pig tails, etc.
Assist in creating and maintaining the yard layout and relocate trailing
equipment to create more space when equipment returns to the yard.
Report and/or make various small repairs as needed when found on the
trailers such as; replacing lights, air lines, fittings, pig tails and other
repairs primarily using hand tools.
Perform, as needed, cleaning out of trucks and sorting through MEC equipment
restocking salvageable equipment and disposing of unusable items.
In support of ATS's culture, all employees are expected to consistently,
effectively and reliably perform in accordance with the Company's values as
set forth in our core competencies and behaviors (All Employee Competencies).
Position may require work responsibilities outside of normal business hours
and infrequent travel may be required.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions.

Constantly operating various forklifts and other material movement equipment
including semi tractors.
Intermittently uses hand tools and power hand tools to perform light
maintenance or cleaning or enter data into computer.
Intermittently inspects and assess equipment and loads to ensure safe
transportation.
Intermittently ascend/descend forklifts, tractors and ladders to perform
duties.
Occasionally positioning self under, on top of, or in awkward positions to
secure loads or fix things.
Occasionally communicates with others regarding work questions, processes,
procedures and timelines.
Must be able to move/position parts, tools, equipment:
From 1 to 10 lbs. frequently
From 11 to 25 lbs. intermittently
From 25 to 50 lbs. occasionally
Over 50 lbs. occasionally
Exposure to:
Loud noises constantly requiring hearing protection.
Temperature extremes intermittently due to outside weather conditions.
Dirt, dust, grease, chemicals and odors constantly.
Situations requiring eye protection and steel toed boots.

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