Yard Jockey jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Company Overview:

Welcome to Sun City Produce !! The Best Produce Under the Sun!!

Sun Commodities is a privately held company and we are one of the main players in the wholesale of produce in the State of Florida. Sun group of companies distributes produce locally, internationally and services the cruise ships industry for over 20 years!

Sun City has an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team of drivers as a Yard Jockey Driver for the Warehouse/Distribution Center in Pompano Beach, FL. We are looking for hard working individuals who can thrive in a fast-paced work environment. 

Benefits Offered:

We offer several health insurance packages as well as optional add-ons (Aflac)

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• 401(k) (Employer match with 4% contribution)
• Life insurance (Company paid)
• Uniforms

Job Summary: 

The Yard Jockey Driver will be responsible for safely and efficiently moving trailers between yard and warehouse dock doors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate mule to move cargo trailer
• Perform routine inspection and preventative maintenance to maintain operation of mule
• Ability to read and interpret operating and procedural manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions
• Able to receive, understand, and execute instructions via radio to accommodate logistical needs

Minimum Requirements:

• Valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) class A with clean record
• 1 year of tractor trailer driving experience
• Clean MVR
• Ability to meet all state and Federal DOT regulations 
• Must be able to follow all company guidelines
• Must pass all drug/alcohol screenings
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be able to operate an electric pallet jack, manual pallet jack, two-wheel hand truck
• Ability to work independently with little supervision in a team environment

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

• Nearly all work is performed outdoors; must be able to perform duties in all weather conditions
• Use repetitive motions, using upper and lower extremities, mount and dismount equipment 
• The position may require the driver to sit for prolonged periods of time while operating the mule