What are the responsibilities and job description for the YARD JOCKEY W/CDL, PA position at East Penn Manufacturing - Deka Batteries?
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Overview
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Average wages $26-$27 per hour.
Consistent schedule and guaranteed 40 hours with opportunity for overtime.
Responsibilities
Uses a tractor to transport trailers from one location to another.
At times, is required to move trailers from plant to plant.
Uses yard truck to move oxide trailer to plants and hooks up blower to unload oxide into storage bins.
Occasionally has to manually load lead ingots and junk batteries on skids, lifting 40‑75 lbs.
Is responsible for general pretrip and post trip inspections
Maybe expected to material handle.
Is required to keep area clean and free of oxide.
*Maintains regular attendance.
*Ability to work mandatory over time.
Performs other duties as requested by Management.
Responsible for producing a high quality product.
Responsible for proper hygiene, housekeeping, and safety practices.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
*These tasks are considered essential elements of the job.
Qualifications
Class "A" Commerical Drivers License with endorsements for air brakes and Hamzat required
High School Diploma or GED
Basic Reading Skills
Basic Math Skills (adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying)
Basic Computer Skills (ability to interact with computer screens)
Understands mechanics of truck and able to diagnose problems
Ability to maintain regular attendance
Ability to communicate with co-workers
East Penn Benefits
East Penn offers excellent benefits:
- Competitive compensation
- Group insurance that includes vision, medical, dental and prescription coverage
- Profit sharing and 401K
- Annual bonus
- 9 paid holidays and 10 paid vacation days
- Employee assistance programs
- Fitness Discounts
- Promotional opportunities
Salary : $26 - $27
