What are the responsibilities and job description for the Yard Jockey Sunday-Thursday Night position at Performance Foodservice?
The Yard Driver is responsible for moving tractor trailers to/from the loading docks and parking loaded or empty trailers in designated areas. The Yard Driver will transport tractor trailers to offsite maintenance and/or inspection facilities requiring local city driving. All driving is expected to be completed safely in accordance with all Company policies and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. Responsible for fueling, moving and parking tractors and trailers to the docks and parking the loaded or empty trailers in the designated areas. Requires attention to safety and cautious driving in the facility parking lot. The Yard Driver communicates and interacts with co-workers and vendors professionally ensuring all services and duties are executed in accordance with preferred work methods and customer service practices. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.
- Perform all required safety checks (i.e. pre/post trip) including inspections of tractor/truck and trailer according to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; inspect tractor/truck and trailer to insure they meet company safety standards and take appropriate action as needed. Report all safety issues and/or repairs required.
- Follow all DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and policies. Immediately report any and all safety hazards.
- Safely move trailers to/from loading docks and to/from designated parking area.
- Handle and return all necessary paperwork related to offsite maintenance and/or inspection facility interactions.
- Ensure that tractor, trailer and freight are appropriately locked and/or secured at all times.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in tractor, loading dock area and keep trailers clear and clean as required. • At the end of the shift secure all equipment and complete all necessary paperwork.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
3:00 pm start time.
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Required Qualifications
Valid non-commercial driver’s license
6 - 12 months of warehouse and/or distribution
work experience
Must be able to work the scheduled, assigned times and
required overtime for the position.
Able to stand, walk, reach and lift repeatedly throughout shift.
Able to lift and stack product between 10-35 pounds and up to 80 pounds occasionally throughout shift.
Able to work in multi-temperature environments, i.e. cooler,freezer and dry.
Preferred Qualifications
experience
Foodservice distribution or related industry experience
Pallet jack and/or forklift certified
1 years commercial yard driving experience
- Foodservice distribution industry experience
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