Jockey Driver

Job Title: Yard Jockey

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and safety-conscious Yard Jockey to join our team. This critical role involves operating a tractor to switch containers between the shipping dock and the yard parking area, while also monitoring equipment to maintain operational standards.

Primary Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough pre- and post-shift safety inspections on equipment.
• Operate and adjust trailer refrigeration systems (reefer units) and monitor temperatures to ensure compliance.
• Maintain fuel levels on attached gensets.
• Safely hook, unhook, and maneuver containers, demonstrating exceptional backing and precision driving skills.
• Perform physically demanding tasks, such as replacing wheel chocks, opening container doors, and adjusting container positions.
• Enter and exit the yard tractor safely multiple times per shift.
• Apply security seals, pin locks, and glad hand locks to ensure container safety.
• Maintain clear communication with the shipping and receiving departments to coordinate movements.
• Complete regular yard checks and ensure accurate, up-to-date records, including temperature and fuel checks.
• Keeper switching equipment clean, organized, and in optimal working condition.

Knowledge & Skill Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic proficiency in reading, writing, and math.
• At least 12 months of recent CDL-A yard switching experience.
• Strong professional communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A professional appearance and a positive, company-oriented demeanor.
• Commitment to Good Warehouse Practices (GWP) and food safety protocols.
• Familiarity with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point System (HACCP) practices.
• Ability to follow and enforce food safety and quality standards.

Additional Information:

• Food Safety: Ensure proper handling, storage, and distribution of safe, quality food products within the facility.