1. What are the responsibilities of Yard Jockey?
Operates gasoline or diesel powered tractor trailer combination bringing trailers to loading docks to be unloaded. Backs trailer to loading docks, performs safety checks to secure trailer, opens bay doors, and assists dock workers in loading/unloading trailer. Maintains radio or telephone contact with dispatcher to receive delivery or pick-up instructions or to receive notice of changes in scheduled delivery or pick-up. Typically requires a high school diploma. Requires Commercial Driver License (CDL) - Class A. Typically reports to a supervisor. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience.
2. What are the skills of Yard Jockey
Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties.
Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed,
each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.
1.)
Verbal Communication:
Verbal communication is defined as communication to express our views, information, and ideas in the form of sound and words.
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Logistics:
In a general business sense, logistics is the management of the flow of things between the point of origin and the point of consumption to meet the requirements of customers or corporations.
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Consultative Services:
Consultative services means the provision of expert or professional advice to a client or other interested party with regard to therapeutic activities or approaches which may be utilized in order to improve the occupational performance of a client.
