CDL Yard Jockey - 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM

CDL Yard Jockey - 1st Shift (Mon-Fri, 9 : 30am - 6 : 00pm)WHY JOIN THE AMES COMPANIESWe have amazing Benefits! Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Wellness, 401K, Holidays Employee Assistance Program, Vacation Days, Disability, and much more.WHO WE AREThe AMES Companies, headquartered in Lake Nona-Orlando, FL has a rich American history. The AMES story goes back to 1774, when Captain John Ames began making America's first shovels. AMES brand is the third oldest consumer brand in the country, and its tools helped build America for more than two hundred years. You can learn more about our history here.Our business lines include Home Organization, Lawn and Garden Tools, Outdoor Living, and Cleaning Tools. Our leading global brands are sold to homeowners and professionals involved in new construction, remodeling, and maintenance activities. To learn more about out business lines, visit our website : https : / / www.homebyames.com / en-us / .WHO YOU AREAs a CDL Yard Jockey you maintain timely movement of inbound and outbound trailers.WHERE YOU WILL WORKOur distribution center is located in Carlisle, PA.RESPONSIBILITIESPerforms timely movements of inbound and outbound trailers.Transport and delivery of trailers in accordance with the schedule.Perform distribution operator functions when time permitsPerforms required DOT inspections on tractor and trailers.Keep active logs of trailer movement, assist in yard and slot management.Properly secure loads and ensure loads are within weight limitsAssist in other logistical processes per business necessity.Follows all policies and procedures, best practices, DOT and OSHA regulations.REQUIREMENTSCDL RequiredHigh School diploma or GEDAbility to perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and divisionENVIRONMENTAL / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand on concrete floor with / without floor mats; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms (which may include above and / or below shoulders); bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to use left and / or right hand for simple grasping; fine work, pushing / pulling and low speed assembly. The employee is occasionally required to walk, climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally life and / or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is regularly exposed to heat / cold / rain while performing the following duties : including, but not limited to, preventive maintenance checks, hose hook-ups, diesel, dollys, step into tractor, door latches.WORK AUTHORIZATIONThe AMES Companies will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. The Company does not currently sponsor immigration visas for this role.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe AMES Companies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by contacting Human Resources at 1-352-401-6135 or by sending an email to recruiting@ames.com to make appropriate arrangements.