Job Description

Yard Jockey Non DOT Location Scranton, PA :

Yard Jockey, Non DOT

2nd shift Monday-Thursday 2:30 PM-1:00 AM

$21/hour plus $1.00 shift differential

Description of the Position: Responsible for providing direction to one or more Yard Jockeys, training, assigning work, and resolving problems within area of responsibility. Drives gasoline or diesel-powered tractors to transport and spot trailers at appropriate loading docks and/or staging areas.

Responsibilities:

• Supports and trains newly hired yard jockeys within their area of responsibility.
• Assists supervisors and management of the facility in planning, assigning, and directing work.
• Performs trailer movements by attaching drive unit to trailers to move to and from dock doors for loading and unloading.
• Checks trailer lights and tires and inspects truck for defects before and after trips and submit reports indicating truck condition.
• Monitors truck refrigeration units and may check temperature.
• Maintains an orderly lot and paperwork for trailer locations by performing daily yard

checks. Checks empty trailers to ensure cleanliness.

• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance

instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Write routine reports and correspondence.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and rules.
• Follow corporate and site-specific Good Manufacturing Practices and report noncompliance when observed.
• Observe all company safety rules and assist in enforcement as appropriate.

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Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• 1-year verifiable experience.
• Must be able to operate a yard truck safely. Forklift experience necessary. Class A CDL license may be required.

Req Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision-FSA/HSA programs available-401K with matching program-Vacation and sick time-Friendly and Open-Door culture

Job Tags

Full time, Shift work, Afternoon shift,

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