Yard Jockey

• Handle and maneuver tractor/trailers and other large equipment safely to facilitate the loading and unloading operations in the yard
• • Perform pre-shift and post-shift inspections of the yard equipment
  • Accurately set up, break down and hook trailers safely
  • Raise and lower landing gear
  • Monitor yard for unsafe drivers and nonemployees
  • Work in outdoor weather conditions
  • Perform all duties of dockworker as requested
  • Communicate effectively with Dock supervision, Line Haul drivers and Fleet Services personnel
  • Regular attendance is required

This is not an all-inclusive list of job requirements and/or duties and may not contain all capabilities necessary to perform the job at all times due to circumstances; Operational, safety and other needs may require the employee to perform any and all other duties as assigned; Employees are expected, and must be able to perform all such duties and tasks

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background
• 18 years of age
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Experience in the transportation industry a plus although not required
• Stable work history
• Physical abilities include: standing, lifting, twisting, turning, climbing a ladder, etc.
• Must be capable of dropping/hooking and coupling trailers which involves cranking landing gear, pulling 5th wheel pin and maneuvering dolly which takes approximately 65 lbs. of pressure
• Night/weekend shifts may be required
• Must have an acceptable MVR
• Must be able to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures and Code of Conduct
• Must be able to interact well with others
• Must be able to work independently, or in a team setting
• Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high volume environment with multiple priorities
• Must be capable of lifting a minimum of 70 lbs, or more if required by the essential functions of the job
• Responds well to questions; Aaility to read, interpret and comply with written information and documents such as safety rules, operations/procedure manuals and maintenance instructions with a high comprehension and concentration level to include the ability to meet deadlines
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Crown LSP Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without a regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected status. Crown is a Drug Free Workplace.