What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Jockey (B3 Night Shift) position at Sunset?
Our Jonestown Distribution Center, a 218,000 sq. ft. refrigerated facility operating 24/7, is currently seeking a Yard Jockey/Shunt Driver to join our team. The essential function of this position is to assist in providing timely and safe re-positioning of commercial tractors and trailers to designated areas located on facility property.
Shift: 2nd shift (6:00 PM - 5:30 AM) working an alternating 3 day-4 day work week (equivalent to working approx. 14-16 days per month)
Primary Responsibilities:
- Maintain the daily cross-dock switching operation by switching tractors and trailers to the appropriate locations on company property.
- Ensure that the load is safely and correctly placed and is secured by using ropes, chains, and slings to avoid damage to the truck or to the goods.
- Responsible for tractor and trailer maintenance, performing daily vehicle inspection such tires, lights, brakes, oil, water and maintaining fuel levels.
- Participate, support and comply with all health, safety requirements by reporting any accidents, incidents or equipment damage that occur.
- Perform daily yard check and ensure equipment and facility grounds are organized and in proper working condition
- Perform as backup forklift driver, successfully able to operate a stand-up forklift, to assist in loading/unloading of trailers
- Complete daily reports, accurately and timely; Communicate with other warehouse departments as needed, throughout shift
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both in spoken and written formats
- Must have current driver's license with a clean driving record
- Minimum of 1 year's experience operating a Stand-up Forklift
- Must be able to move full skids of produce with a manual pallet jack
- Complete a background and drug test screening
- Must have manual dexterity to perform computer skills
- Complete a background and drug test screening
Working Conditions:
- Must be able to work outside year round under various weather conditions
- Must be able to work in our refrigerated warehouse with 50° F controlled zones.
- Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. with or without accommodation
- Position requires sitting, standing, walking and bending, squatting, and crawling on a regular basis
We are pleased to offer the following Benefits:
- Weekly pay with direct deposit or debit card options
- Medical, Dental, Vision Health Insurance Plans Life Insurance
- 401K and Life Insurance Options
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Employee Engagement & Recognition Programs
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
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