Yard Jockey w/CDL

Yard Jockey Truck Driver and Manufacturing Assistant Position Summary Safely move trailers, complete assigned pickups and deliveries, check loads for quality and accuracy, and assist with pallet manufacturing and material handling. Coordinate with shipping and production to keep work moving safely and efficiently. Primary Responsibilities · Move and position loaded and empty trailers at docks, staging areas, and parking locations. Safely back, couple, and uncouple trailers and confirm personnel and equipment are clear before moving. · Inspect trucks and trailers before and after use. Check connections, tires, lights, brakes, landing gear, doors, and visible damage; report defects and do not operate unsafe equipment. · QC loads when moving or staging trailers: verify pallet type, size, grade, quantity, and order requirements. Inspect accessible product for damage, exposed nails, contamination, and unstable stacks; check load placement and securement. · Report and document load discrepancies. Hold affected loads for correction and authorized release; do not move unsafe loads or mark inaccessible product as inspected. · Track trailer numbers, locations, and loaded or empty status. Communicate priorities, delays, and equipment concerns; maintain accurate movement and shipping records. · Complete authorized pickups, deliveries, and transfers; follow applicable driving requirements and maintain required shipping documents and driver logs. · Work under the direction of the Plant Supervisor and assist with manufacturing wherever needed when not operating the truck. Support production tasks, material handling, and general plant duties as assigned. Operate tools and equipment only when trained and authorized. · Keep yard and production areas clean. Follow dock safety, required PPE, machine guarding, and applicable lockout procedures; report hazards, incidents, and product damage. Qualifications and Physical Requirements · Ability to operate and back trailers safely. Yard jockey, tractor-trailer, forklift, pallet, lumber, or manufacturing experience preferred. · Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. Hold the appropriate CDL and meet applicable medical, qualification, and testing requirements for assigned public-road driving. · Ability to read work orders, count accurately, complete records, communicate clearly, and maintain dependable attendance. · Ability to lift and move up to 75 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation; use lifting aids or team assistance when needed for safe handling. · Ability to repeatedly enter and exit trucks, operate trailer doors and landing gear, stand, bend, reach, and walk on uneven surfaces. Work indoors and outdoors around dust, noise, moving equipment, and changing weather. Pay: From $25.00 per hour Work Location: In person

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