Truck Driver/Yard Jockey 3rd shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job description

Job Summary
As a Yard Driver, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently moving vehicles and trailers within a yard or facility. Your role will involve operating various types of equipment to transport and position vehicles as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities:

* Drives tractor/ trailer to points designated by the warehouse to deliver trailers, pick-up trailers,and delivers goods to the plant.

* Loads/unloads trucks and trailers of finished goods or raw materials safely, accurately, and

carefully.

* Accurately picks and stages orders for each day's loadout, when needed. Warehouse, cooler and/ or freezer work will be necessary.

* Maintains acceptable housekeeping in all areas worked for sanitation, health, and safety of everyone. Be able to inventory finished goods/raw materials as required.

* Operates tractor/trailer in the transportation of freight in accordance with Company, Federal, State and Local Laws regarding run times and DOT Regulations.

* Conducts daily pre-trip inspections and DVIR Reports to ensure safe working conditions of the tractor and trailer prior to each trip.

* Checks gauges and visual indicators for malfunctions, ensures seal on trailers, and conducts

inspection of vehicle before and during trips.

* Promptly reports all problems to Management.

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

* Ability to work overtime.

* Must possess simple math skills to account for goods and products.

* Capable of using handheld Warehouse Management System scanning devices.

* Provide exceptional customer service.

* Must be able to interact well with others.

* Must be able to work independently or in a team setting, in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures, and code of conduct.

Education & Experience:

· Employee must have a valid class (A) Commercial Driver License (CDL) in order to drive over-the-road for deliveries and pick-ups of materials.

* Must have no tickets/ violations on driver's license in last 18 months. Employee must pass a road test administered by Country Pure Foods.

* Prior to the completion of the thirty (30) day trial period, an employee must successfully pass a driving and written test on forklift truck safety operations as required by OSHA. The passing score for this industrial powered forklift truck operator is 80%.
- Strong drive and commitment to safety

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.88 per hour

Work Location: In person