What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Jockey position at Standard Logistics?
Job Description
Team Summary
We believe our employees are our greatest resource and together we strive to maintain a culture of safety, efficiency and responsibility where we value our employees, communities and the customers we serve.
Standard Logistics operates in the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest and Western Regions. We offer both flatbed and dry van services with a fleet of over 130 late-model day cab and sleeper tractors. Our trucks are equipped with state-of-the-art technology to ensure a seamless experience for our drivers and to provide custom solutions for your business.
We currently have openings in: Myerstown, PA
Essential Duties
Team Summary
We believe our employees are our greatest resource and together we strive to maintain a culture of safety, efficiency and responsibility where we value our employees, communities and the customers we serve.
Standard Logistics operates in the Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest and Western Regions. We offer both flatbed and dry van services with a fleet of over 130 late-model day cab and sleeper tractors. Our trucks are equipped with state-of-the-art technology to ensure a seamless experience for our drivers and to provide custom solutions for your business.
We currently have openings in: Myerstown, PA
Essential Duties
- Work with transportation and operations teams to prioritize tasks
- Perform periodic spot checks of the yard and reporting on equipment
- Train on a regular basis to keep driving and trailer spotting skills current
- When driving, ensure switcher equipment is in safe working order to include pre/post-trip inspections, tire condition, and unit hours reporting
- When driving, safely move carrier trailers within the Standard Logistics yard to include both loads and empties for the Inbound and Outbound docks
- Successfully pass Standard Logistics' driving and knowledge proficiency tests
- Strong organizational, prioritization skills, detail oriented and high level of accuracy
- Ability to effectively operate independently with minimal supervision
- Effective verbal and written communications skills
- Ability to effectively communicate via two-way radio
- Comply with all company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
- High level of professionalism and strong work ethic
- The ability to adjust to sudden changes in customer demands or operational goals
- Ability to handle multiple tasks at once
- Adhere to quality and performance standards
- DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State and a safety driven mindset Required
